Kobe Airport (UKB) is on an airport island south of Port Island in Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. Terminal 1 handles domestic journeys, while Terminal 2 handles international charter flights. The Port Liner links the airport with Sannomiya, and a ferry connection serves Kansai International Airport. Check which terminal your booking uses before deciding where to meet a driver or travelling companion.

Kobe Airport terminals and airlines

Terminal 1: domestic flights

Domestic check-in and the departure lobby are on the second floor of Terminal 1. Arrivals and baggage collection are on the first floor. The Port Liner station is beside this terminal, so the rail connection is particularly relevant when planning a domestic departure.

• All Nippon Airways (ANA)
• Skymark Airlines
• Solaseed Air
• AIR DO
• Fuji Dream Airlines
• Toki Air

Terminal 2: international charter flights

The departure and arrival lobby is on the first floor of Terminal 2. International charter availability depends on the flight and travel date. Review your itinerary and its check-in instructions rather than assuming every international service operates whenever you need it. If arriving by Port Liner, allow time to continue from the station beside Terminal 1 to Terminal 2, using the airport signs.

At either Kobe Airport terminal, the airline's check-in cutoff is the one to follow. Read the terminal on your e-ticket and leave time for baggage drop and security before boarding. For an international journey, check the applicable travel-document and border guidance through your airline before departure.

Transport and parking at Kobe Airport

Port Liner to Sannomiya

The Port Liner journey between Kobe Airport and Sannomiya takes about 18 minutes on the train. That does not include your walk through the terminal or an onward connection. When returning from Sannomiya, select an airport-bound train: other Port Liner services can finish elsewhere. Check the timetable for your date, especially if you need an early or late connection.

Ferry between Kobe and Kansai airports

The Kobe–Kansai Airport Bay Shuttle connects the two airports by high-speed ferry. The journey uses their ferry piers, with a shuttle connection between the Kansai pier and passenger terminals. Check the sailing information before committing to a transfer, including any service disruption, and leave enough time for travel between piers and flight check-in.

Driving and parking

Parking is available at Kobe Airport. Choose a lot with access to the terminal your flight uses, and review the parking conditions before entering. For an international departure, include the walk to Terminal 2 in your plan. Agree the correct terminal with anyone picking you up so that the domestic and international arrivals areas are not confused.

Things to do and facilities at Kobe Airport

Shopping and food

Terminal 1 has shops, souvenirs, cafes and restaurants, giving you somewhere to browse or eat before a domestic journey. Terminal 2 also has retail and food in its international boarding area. Keep track of whether an outlet is before or after passenger processing when arranging to meet someone; access to the boarding area depends on your journey.

Terminal 1 observation deck

The rooftop observation deck at Terminal 1 is a place to watch aircraft and enjoy the airport setting. Look south towards the runway or north towards Kobe's city scenery. It can suit a visit before your flight or with someone seeing you off, provided you allow time to return to check-in or your boarding area.

Flights and flight schedule at Kobe Airport

Use the schedule on this page to compare upcoming flights by date, airline and time. Search UKB for the journey you want, review the full itinerary and check its baggage conditions before selecting a fare. An international charter listing should be checked for the specific travel day as well as the departure terminal.

Compare Kobe Airport flights on Traveloka and keep your booking instructions handy. For updates before you leave, check the flight status page and your airline, then plan your transport around the flight's check-in deadline.