Sakata harbour
The historic port that once shipped Shonai rice nationwide, still lined with Meiji-era buildings.
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Airport · Sakata, Japan
Shonai Airport SYO
12 km from central Sakata. Live flights, getting to town, car rental and where to stay.
- to the centre
- 12 km
- terminals
- 1
- local time
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- IATA · ICAO
- SYO · RJSY
About the airport
Shonai Airport serves Sakata. It is a small regional airport with limited scheduled flights.
Terminals
It has a single small terminal with arrivals and departures under the same roof. Facilities are basic, so it is best to arrive prepared; shops and restaurants are in the city.
Services
Facilities are basic. Taxis and buses are the usual way to reach Sakata.
Getting to the city
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal, or can be booked in advance; agree the fare before getting in.
Bus
A shuttle or limousine bus connects the airport with the centre of Sakata, timed around flights.
Airport map
Terminal
A single, small terminal building, with arrivals and departures under the same roof. It is a small regional airport with limited scheduled flights.
Sakata
Things to do in Sakata
Sakata, on Yamagata's coast, grew rich on the rice trade and keeps its historic harbour warehouses.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the airport from central Sakata?
Shonai Airport airport is about 12 km from central Sakata.
How do I get from the airport to central Sakata?
From Shonai Airport airport you can take Taxi and Bus. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
How many terminals does Shonai Airport airport have?
Shonai Airport has one terminal: Terminal.
Landing in Sakata?
Book your car and your stay before you arrive: more choice and better prices.