Monbetsu Airport

Monbetsu Airport opened in the 1970s and remains a compact regional gateway with a single small terminal serving Hokkaido’s Okhotsk coast. Important for travelers chasing drift ice, seafood and northern scenery, the airport handles a modest number of daily flights and acts as a vital link to Sapporo and other hubs. Ground access is straightforward — a short taxi or bus ride connects to Monbetsu city center and nearby coastal towns, with car access via regional roads for self-drive trips. Not a major airline hub, Monbetsu sees scheduled services by ANA and regional carriers; fares are generally affordable for domestic routes but can rise in peak season.