Niigata Airport (RJSN)
Large airport · Niigata, Niigata Prefecture, Japan
Airport data
| Name | Niigata Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | RJSN |
| IATA | KIJ |
| Elevation | 29 ft (9 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 37°57'15" E 139°6'44" 37.95417, 139.11219 |
| Location | Niigata, Niigata Prefecture, Japan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 4,300 ft (1311 m) | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 10/28 | 8,200 ft (2499 m) | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Niigata Airport at a glance
Niigata Airport is a large airport in Niigata, Niigata Prefecture, Japan, known to airline systems as KIJ. The field elevation of 29 ft (9 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at RJSN are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 10/28 — offers 8,200 ft (2499 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 10 points roughly 100° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for RJSN shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Niigata Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sado Airport | RJSD | 62 km (33 NM) |
| Shonai Airport | RJSY | 112 km (60 NM) |
| Yamagata Airport | RJSC | 121 km (65 NM) |
| Fukushima Airport | RJSF | 142 km (77 NM) |
| Sendai Airport | RJSS | 159 km (86 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Niigata Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 29 ft field elevation of Niigata Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 108 airports and airfields we list for Japan — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Niigata Airport
What is the ICAO code of Niigata Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Niigata Airport is RJSN, and its IATA code is KIJ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Niigata Airport above sea level?
Niigata Airport sits at an elevation of 29 feet (9 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Niigata Airport located?
The airport lies at 37.9542, 139.1122 — in Niigata, Niigata Prefecture, Japan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Sado Airport, about 62 km away.
Does RJSN publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for RJSN appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Niigata Airport?
Niigata Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 10/28, measures 8,200 ft (2499 m) with a ASP surface.