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Traveling Through UKB — Kobe Airport

Kobe Airport serves 2 terminals, 12 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.

2M passengers/year (2017) · Updated March 2026


📋 Key Facts for Your Trip

Essential info before you fly through UKB

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Terminals
2 terminals (Terminal 1, Terminal 2)
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Domestic Check-in
2 hours before departure
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International Check-in
3 hours before departure
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WiFi
Available, details not specified.
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Power Outlets
Available, details not specified.
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Annual Passengers
2M passengers/year (2017)

✈️ Airlines at UKB

Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel

Airline Terminal(s)
Aero K Terminal 2
Air Do Terminal 1
All Nippon Airways Terminal 1
China Eastern Airlines Terminal 2
EVA Air Terminal 2
Fuji Dream Airlines Terminal 1
Juneyao Air Terminal 2
Korean Air Terminal 2
Skymark Airlines Terminal 1
Solaseed Air Terminal 1
Starlux Airlines Terminal 2
Toki Air Terminal 1

🚗 Getting To & From UKB

Ground transportation options for Kobe

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Rail / Train

Port Liner automated guideway transit system to Sannomiya Station (18 minutes). From Sannomiya, 20 minutes to Osaka Station and 50 minutes to Kyoto Station by JR Kobe Line and JR Kyoto Line.

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Bus / Shuttle

Bus services to Shin-Kobe Station, Sannomiya Station, and Kobe Station every 25–40 minutes.

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Rideshare

Local rideshare apps may be available.

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Taxi

Taxis are available. Approximate fare to city center not specified.

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Parking

Available, rates not specified. · Available, rates not specified.

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Rental Cars

Available, major companies not specified.


🍽️ Inside UKB

Food, lounges, and shopping at Kobe Airport

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Food & Dining

Before security: Limited options available both landside and airside. · After security: Limited options available both landside and airside.

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Lounges

No specific lounges mentioned.

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Shopping

Limited shopping options.


💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for UKB

Insider knowledge to make your time at Kobe Airport smoother

  • 1 Kobe Airport is built on an artificial island.
  • 2 Primarily a domestic airport, with international flights starting in April 2025.
  • 3 The Port Liner provides a quick 18-minute connection to Sannomiya Station.
  • 4 The Kobe–Kanku Bay Shuttle offers a 30-minute high-speed ferry connection to Kansai Airport.
  • 5 Skymark Airlines is the dominant carrier at Kobe Airport.

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Frequently Asked Questions — UKB

How many terminals does UKB (Kobe Airport) have?

Kobe Airport has 2 terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2. Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.

Does UKB have free WiFi?

Available, details not specified.. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.

How early should I arrive at UKB?

For domestic flights, check-in closes 2 hours before departure. For international flights, check-in closes 3 hours before departure. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.

What airlines fly from UKB?

Kobe Airport is served by 12 airlines, including Aero K, Air Do, All Nippon Airways, China Eastern Airlines, EVA Air and 7 more. See the full airline and terminal list above.

How do I get from UKB to Kobe?

Ground transportation options from Kobe Airport include rail/train (Port Liner automated guideway transit system to Sannomiya Station (18 minutes). From Sannomiya, 20 minutes to Osaka Station and 50 minutes to Kyoto Station by JR Kobe Line and JR Kyoto Line.), bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.

Is there parking at UKB?

Yes, Kobe Airport offers parking options. Available, rates not specified. Available, rates not specified. Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.

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