Sado Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 7m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Sado Airport
Sado Airport is a public aerodrome located in Sado, Niigata Prefecture, Japan.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Sado Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: RJSN.
Live weather
RJSNNOTAMs
RJSNReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28▸ displaced | 3,390 ft / 1,033 m | 85 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | REMOTE | 118.150 MHz |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIIGATA ACA-1 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| NIIGATA ACA-2 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL140 |
| SADO AP | Class G | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| SADO AP HORIZONTAL SURFACE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Japan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 14% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32% | -1,525 ft | |
| Feb | 41% | -1,535 ft | |
| Mar | 70% | -902 ft | |
| Apr | 76% | -218 ft | |
| May | 79% | 477 ft | |
| Jun | 76% | 1,155 ft | |
| Jul | 72% | 1,621 ft | |
| Aug | 77% | 1,831 ft | |
| Sep | 79% | 1,244 ft | |
| Oct | 80% | 329 ft | |
| Nov | 71% | -413 ft | |
| Dec | 40% | -1,266 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,535–1,831 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sado Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sado Airport?
The ICAO code for Sado Airport is RJSD, and its IATA code is SDS.
Where is Sado Airport located?
Sado Airport is medium airport located in Sado, Japan, at an elevation of 88 ft (27 m).
How many runways does Sado Airport have?
Sado Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,390 ft / 1,033 m.
What time zone is Sado Airport in?
Sado Airport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sado Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sado Airport is approximately 8.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sado Airport?
The nearest airport to Sado Airport is Niigata Airport (KIJ), about 33.6 nm to the e, followed by Tanaka Airstrip and Shonai Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sado Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.