# SDJ — Sendai Airport > Machine-readable reference for SDJ. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/SDJ.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-16T08:01:58.654+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Sendai Airport - IATA: SDJ - ICAO: RJSS - City: Natori - Country: JP (JP) - Timezone: Asia/Tokyo - Distance from city: 13.6 km (8.5 mi) south-southeast of Sendai - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 2 - Annual passengers: 3.61M - Official website: https://www.sendai-airport.co.jp/global/ ## Overview Welcome Sendai Airport offers a refreshingly efficient experience in a world dominated by mega-hubs. Located just 13.6 kilometers south-southeast of Sendai, this airport capitalizes on its compact size, allowing travelers to swiftly move from rail to gate without the hassle frequently associated with larger counterparts. It's notable for serving both domestic and international routes with a simplicity that strips away the chaos and makes each repeat visit smoother as travelers learn the ropes. At a glance This airport handles around 3.61 million passengers annually across its two runways and terminals. Sans the hysteria of a bustling hub, its strength lies in the concentration of key amenities. Dining gems like Gyutan Restaurant Jinchu sit beside dependable refreshment from Caffe & Bar PRONTO. Retail options include popular picks like ANA FESTA and Duty Free Shop VEGA. Terminals & layout Terminals 1 and 2 make up the entirety of Sendai Airport, ensuring a straightforward navigation experience. Terminal 1 houses both your local-food stop, Gyutan Restaurant Jinchu, and essentials like SKY SHOP BOOMERANG. Terminal 2 is your go-to for relaxing in the ANA Lounge or shopping at Duty Free… ## Terminals (2) - **Terminal 1** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/terminals/1 - **Terminal 2** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/terminals/2 ## Dining (2) - **Caffe & Bar PRONTO** — 1 · Western Cuisine · Cafe & Sweets · $$ · 6:30-21:30 (Last Order 21:00) URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/restaurants/caffe-bar-pronto-1 - **Gyutan Restaurant Jinchu** — 1 · Beef Tongue · Takeout · $$ · 10:30-20:00 (Last orders 19:30) URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/restaurants/gyutan-restaurant-jinchu-1 ## Lounges (2) - **ANA Lounge** — 2 · access: ANA Business Class, Priority Pass · 06:35–last departure URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/lounges/ana-lounge-2 - **JAL Sakura Lounge** — 2 · access: JAL Business Class, Priority Pass URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/lounges/jal-sakura-lounge-2 ## Shops (5) - **ANA FESTA** — 1 · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/shops/ana-festa-1 - **Dashi-ro－GoLD－** — 1 · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/shops/dashi-ro-gold-1 - **Duty Free Shop VEGA** — 2 · Duty Free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/shops/duty-free-shop-vega-2 - **MMC ORGANIC CAFE International Flights Store** — 2 · Cafe URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/shops/mmc-organic-cafe-international-flights-store-2 - **SKY SHOP BOOMERANG** — 1 · Duty Free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/shops/sky-shop-boomerang-1 ## Parking (6) - **Accessible Parking** — ¥2,500/day, ¥300/hr, ¥15,000/week · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/parking/accessible-parking - **EV Charging Stations** — Free/day, Free/hr, Free/week · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/parking/ev-charging-stations - **Long Stay Parking** — Long stay · ¥1,500/day, ¥200/hr, ¥10,000/week · 0.5 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/parking/long-stay-parking - **Remote Parking** — Remote · ¥1,000/day, ¥100/hr, ¥6,000/week · 1 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/parking/remote-parking - **Short Stay Parking** — Short stay · ¥2,500/day, ¥300/hr, ¥15,000/week · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/parking/short-stay-parking - **Valet Parking** — Valet · ¥3,500/day, ¥500/hr, ¥20,000/week · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/parking/valet-parking ## Ground transport (6) - **Iwanuma Bus** — Bus URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/transport/iwanuma-bus - **Natori Bus** — Bus URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/transport/natori-bus - **Rental Car Services** — Other · ≈35 min to/from central Sendai URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/transport/rental-cars - **Sendai Airport Railroad** — Train · 25 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/transport/sendai-airport-railroad - **Taxi Service** — Taxi · ≈35 min to central Sendai URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/transport/taxi-service - **Yamagata Kotsu Bus** — Bus URL: https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/transport/yamagata-bus ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Take advantage of the Sendai Airport Railroad: it’s main time-saver in bypassing road congestion, essential for a smooth trip to the gate. - _Quiet_: The JAL Sakura Lounge provides a quieter space to reset before a regional flight, particularly if you're not in a rush. - _Insider_: Use your airline alliance status to access ANA and partner lounges, as even medium-sized airports like SDJ offer lounge benefits to status travelers. - _Local_: If you have an early or late flight, enjoy Gyutan Restaurant Jinchu's beef tongue without heading back out into the city: a quintessential Sendai meal right at Terminal 1. - _Insider_: Efficient airport layout means you can check in, clear security, and reach your gate swiftly—no need to linger landside unnecessarily. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/SDJ.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/sdj/departures — HTML page with live departures