International hub · Kitakyushu, Japan
Kitakyushu
- Elevation
- 21 ft
- Coordinates
- 33°51′N 131°02′E
- Local time
- Asia/Tokyo
Photo: Bill Abbott · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Field information
RJFR runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Kitakyushu (RJFR/KKJ) has one runway, 18/36, 8,202 ft (2,500 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at RJFR, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Country
Japan
JP
Municipality
Kitakyushu
Elevation
21 ft
Position
33.8459, 131.0350
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Runways · RJFR
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 8,202 ft (2,500 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at RJFR.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kitakyushu (RJFR / KKJ) in Kitakyushu, Japan, through one 24/7 OCC desk. RJFR is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at RJFR
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Japan
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Japan. Applicable permit lead times for Japan are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Japan are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at RJFR
Direct FBO and handler coordination at RJFR covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at RJFR
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at RJFR is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to RJFR
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for RJFR: 33° 50′ 45″ N 131° 2′ 6″ E; elevation 21 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Kitakyushu
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Kitakyushu. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at RJFR.
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Cargo Operations at RJFR
Support for freighter operations into RJFR covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where RJFR sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
Operating into RJFR?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Kitakyushu — one desk for the whole trip.