Car hire Niigata Airport (KIJ)

Niigata Airport is an international airport which serves daily flights to many major Japanese cities, including Osaka, Sapporo and Nagoya, as well as flights to several international destinations such as Seoul, Shanghai, Guam and the Russian cities of Vladivostok and Khabarovsk. The airport is located around 10kms northeast of the city centre, with car rental in Niigata Airport being the most convenient way of getting around.

Niigata Airport facilities

For an international airport, it is relatively small, although it features all the modern facilities you would expect. There are some shops as well as various eateries where you can grab last-minute sushi. Those needing to stay overnight can take advantage of the airport hotel, while car hire in Niigata Airport is also offered.

Niigata Airport excursions

For visitors interested in culture and history, Niigata has plenty to offer. Top class museums include the Niigata City History Museum, the Northern Culture Museum and the Nakano Residence – Museum of Art Foundation. The Shinano River Cruise is an excellent way to spend a few hours, while a trip to the top of the Toki Messe tower provides wonderful city views. Surrounding the city are ski slopes, beaches and hot springs.

Best time to visit

The city experiences a humid, subtropical climate that is characterised by strong winds. It is a very rainy city, with regular downpours all year round. The wettest months, which are also the coldest months, of November to February should be avoided. July and August are the hottest months, while April is the driest month.

Car rental in Niigata Airport

A number of car rental agencies operate out of Niigata Airport, making it easy to compare car hire and choose the best deal. Transport connections are good, with Highway 113 passing just outside the main terminal building and running directly to the city centre. Congestion can be quite heavy around rush hour times but in general, the city is easy to navigate.