Osaka, Japan
Kansai International Airport (KIX) opened in 1994 and is operated by Kansai Airports. In 2019, it served approximately 31.9 million passengers.
Its IATA code is KIX. Built on an artificial island, it serves as a major international hub and a gateway to the Kansai region.
Future expansion plans include increasing capacity to handle more international flights.
Kansai International Airport has two terminals. Terminal 1 handles both domestic and international flights and has 41 gates.
It features a four-story central section and two wings, North and South. Terminal 2 is primarily for low-cost carriers and has 16 gates.
The total floor area of both terminals is approximately 441,000 square meters. The airport has a capacity of handling 32 million passengers annually.
Terminal 1 underwent renovations completed in 2023 to enhance security and passenger flow.
Short-term and long-term parking options are available. Rates start at ¥300 per 30 minutes for the first hour, then ¥150 per 30 minutes. Daily maximum is ¥2,570. Pre-booking is available through the airport's website.