Okinoerabu Airport — Wadomari, Japan
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Distance & flight time from OKE
Okinoerabu Airport
Okinoerabu Airport, coded OKE, serves Wadomari on Okinoerabujima, one of the Amami Islands located between Okinawa and Kyushu in Japan's southwestern island chain. This small island airport connects Okinoerabu to Kagoshima and Okinawa's Naha, providing essential transportation for island residents and visitors drawn to the area's coral reefs, caves, and subtropical scenery. The island is known for its unique limestone cave systems and lily flower fields, which attract niche tourism during blooming seasons. OKE's modest runway accommodates smaller regional aircraft suited to the limited passenger volume typical of Japan's remote southern islands. As with many similar island airports in the Amami and Okinawa chains, Okinoerabu Airport functions as a critical lifeline connecting an otherwise isolated community to broader transportation networks.
Runways at Okinoerabu Airport (OKE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 4430 ft (1350 m) | 147 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Okinoerabu Airport (OKE)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | REMOTE | 118.05 MHz |
| ACC | NAHA CON | 132.3 MHz |
Airports near Okinoerabu Airport (OKE)
- Tokunoshima Airport (TKN) — 48.2 km (30.0 mi)
- Yoron Airport (RNJ) — 52.6 km (32.7 mi)
- Iejima Airport (IEJ) — 120.4 km (74.8 mi)
- Amami Airport (ASJ) — 148.8 km (92.5 mi)
- Kadena Air Base (DNA) — 151.8 km (94.3 mi)
- Kikai Airport (KKX) — 155.6 km (96.7 mi)
- Naha International Airport (OKA) — 173.7 km (107.9 mi)
- Kumejima Airport (UEO) — 230.5 km (143.2 mi)
OKE is Okinoerabu Airport serving Wadomari on a subtropical island between Okinawa and Kyushu, Japan. Searchers often look for flight connections to Naha or Kagoshima given the island's remote location.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Okinoerabu Airport?
The IATA code for Okinoerabu Airport is OKE.
What is the ICAO code for Okinoerabu Airport?
The ICAO code for Okinoerabu Airport is RJKB. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.