Okinawa islands guide: Choosing Ishigaki, Miyako, Taketomi or Kume
Compare official reference flight times from Naha and travel routes to Ishigaki, Miyako, Taketomi and Kume, distinguishing air travel from ferries via Ishigaki Port.
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Okinawa’s outer islands (離島) are not one destination. Ishigaki, Miyako, Taketomi and Kume are separate places. This page lists official reference flight times from Naha (那覇) and links to each island’s guide.
Key points
- Reference flights from Naha take about 1 hour to Ishigaki, about 55 minutes to Miyako and about 35 minutes to Kume. These are reference times in official route information dated June 2025, not confirmed flight schedules for any day in 2026.
- The official island ferry information (July 2026 edition) lists connections from Ishigaki Port to Taketomi and other Yaeyama islands. Most other large islands are reached by air.
- Check airlines’ current booking pages for actual flights, fares and seats; this page does not list them.
Choose an island
| Island | Reference flight time from Naha | How to get there | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ishigaki Island (石垣島) | About 1 hour | By air; a gateway to other Yaeyama islands | Ishigaki Island travel guide |
| Miyako Island (宮古島) | About 55 minutes | By air | Miyako Island travel guide |
| Taketomi Island (竹富島) | Transfer via Ishigaki Port | Boat from Ishigaki Port | Taketomi Island travel guide |
| Kume Island (久米島) | About 35 minutes | By air | Kume Island travel guide |
Feature articles
- Okinawa island-hopping transport: Choosing a base in Naha, Ishigaki or Miyako
- Swimming, snorkeling and sea safety on Okinawa islands: Beaches where swimming is prohibited
Notes
- Flights and ferries change with operating seasons and weather. Check the operators’ official sites before departure.
- For trips on the main island, return to Okinawa travel guide: Main island and Naha overview.
Sources
- 沖繩官方觀光資訊｜離島航班 (visitokinawajapan.com, checked 2026-10-29)
- 沖繩官方觀光資訊｜離島渡輪 (visitokinawajapan.com, checked 2026-10-29)
- 沖繩官方觀光資訊｜石垣島 (visitokinawajapan.com, checked 2026-10-29)
- 沖繩官方觀光資訊｜宮古島 (visitokinawajapan.com, checked 2026-10-29)
- 沖繩官方觀光資訊｜久米島 (visitokinawajapan.com, checked 2026-10-29)
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