Yamagata Airport – Yamagata GAJ

Yamagata Airport (GAJ) is a second-class airport located in Higashine in Yamagata, Japan. This public and military airport can be reached 14 miles from Yamagata Prefecture. During World War II, the Japanese Navy built the Kamiyama Training Airfield. It was also used by the U.S. military after the war followed by the Japanese Self-Defense Force. In 1964, the airport was transferred to civilian management and was named Jinmachi Airport, which eventually became a third-class regional airport. A year later, the name was changed to Yamagata Airport. The runway was extended with a new terminal building and was designated as Class-II.

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The scheduled passenger services commenced in 1964 with flights to Tokyo via All Nippon Airways. The two airlines operating in GAJ-Yamagata Airport are Japan Airlines and Fuji Dream Airlines with domestic routes to Osaka, Tokyo, Nagoya, and Sapporo. There is also a bus service from the GAJ Airport to Yamagata Station. The cities of Akiu Onsen, Aoba-dori Avenue, Jozenji-dori Avenue, and Sendai are the main areas served by this airport.

What to Do & Area Attractions

When it comes to alternate routes, Sendai International Airport (SDJ) is one of the best options for passengers. This international airport is situated in Natori, Miyagi 8.5 miles of Sendai.

Yamagata has plenty of hotels near the airport. The 

Tendo Hotel

 is a mid-priced hotel with high reviews, which makes it suitable for travelers who want value for their money. The 

Comfort Hotel Tendo

 is another reasonably priced hotel that can be accessed less than 4 miles from the airport.