Direct (nonstop) flights from Niigata to Kobe

1 airline flys nonstop from Niigata Airport (KIJ) to Kobe (UKB). It's 314 miles (506 km), about 1h 43m in the air. Operated by Blue Panorama Airlines.

KIJ
Niigata Airport
🇯🇵 Niigata, Japan
UKB
Kobe
🇯🇵 Kobe, Japan
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
314 mi
506 km
CO₂/pax
58 kg
−156 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Blue Panorama Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Blue Panorama Airlines Blue Panorama Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Blue Panorama Airlines BV Blue Panorama Airlines
Route
KIJ → UKB
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
314 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Niigata to Kobe with one stop · direct emits 58 kg CO₂ per passenger

KIJ CTS (Sapporo) UKB
Leg 1: 1h 20m (360 mi) Leg 2: 2h (661 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+269% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KIJ → CTS
1h 20m · 360 mi
View KIJ to CTS flights →
Leg 2
CTS → UKB
2h · 661 mi
View CTS to UKB flights →
KIJ ICN (Seoul) UKB
Leg 1: 2h 28m (694 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (528 mi) Total: ~4h 18m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+333% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KIJ → ICN
2h 28m · 694 mi
View KIJ to ICN flights →
Leg 2
ICN → UKB
1h 50m · 528 mi
View ICN to UKB flights →
KIJ OKA (Okinawa) UKB
Leg 1: 2h 58m (1,050 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (736 mi) Total: ~4h 53m 🍃 338 kg CO₂ (+483% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KIJ → OKA
2h 58m · 1,050 mi
View KIJ to OKA flights →
Leg 2
OKA → UKB
1h 55m · 736 mi
View OKA to UKB flights →
KIJ TPE (Taipei) UKB
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,374 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,066 mi) Total: ~6h 15m 🍃 437 kg CO₂ (+653% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KIJ → TPE
3h 35m · 1,374 mi
View KIJ to TPE flights →
Leg 2
TPE → UKB
2h 40m · 1,066 mi
View TPE to UKB flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Niigata to Kobe?

A nonstop flight from Niigata (KIJ) to Kobe (UKB) takes approximately 1 hours and 43 minutes. The distance is 314 miles (506 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Niigata to Kobe?

Just Blue Panorama Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Niigata to Kobe?

Yes. 1 airline: Blue Panorama Airlines.

How far is Niigata from Kobe?

The flight distance from Niigata to Kobe is 314 miles (506 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Niigata to Kobe?

At 1h 43m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Niigata to Kobe?

Roughly 58 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 290 km.

Is the return flight from Kobe to Niigata also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Niigata to Kobe?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Niigata Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.