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Niigata Airport (KIJ)
Niigata Airport is an international airport serving Niigata (Niigata Prefecture), Japan. Its IATA code is KIJ and its ICAO code is RJSN. It has 2 runways, the longest 2,499 m long.
- IATAKIJ
- ICAORJSN
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- KIJ
- ICAO code
- RJSN
- City
- Niigata
- Region / province
- Niigata Prefecture
- Country / territory
- Japan
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 37.9542° N, 139.1122° E
- Elevation
- 9 m (29 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 2,499 m (8,200 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 2,499 m8,200 ft | Asphalt |
| 04/22 | 1,311 m4,300 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
3,881 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 20 min
Hanoi (HAN)
3,690 km
Direct flight: ≈ 5 h 5 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
4,419 km
Direct flight: ≈ 6 h
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 121.400 MHz |
| ATIS | 128.450 MHz |
| Departure DEP | 119.050 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.000 MHz |
Air freight to and from Niigata Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Niigata through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Japan
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sendai Airport | SDJ | 159 km |
| Ibaraki Airport | IBR | 228 km |
| Narita International Airport | NRT | 268 km |
| Tokyo Haneda International Airport | HND | 274 km |
| Komatsu Airport / JASDF Komatsu Air Base | KMQ | 296 km |
| Aomori Airport | AOJ | 338 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Niigata Airport?
The IATA code of Niigata Airport is KIJ and its ICAO code is RJSN. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Niigata Airport located?
Niigata Airport is in Niigata, Niigata Prefecture, Japan, at coordinates 37.9542° N, 139.1122° E and an elevation of 9 m (29 ft).
How far is Niigata Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Niigata Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 4,419 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 3,690 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 3,881 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 6 h.
How long is the runway at Niigata Airport?
The longest runway at Niigata Airport is 2,499 m (8,200 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Niigata Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Niigata Airport (KIJ) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.