Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Fukuoka Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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FUK Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Fukuoka Airport.
What to Expect
Fukuoka Airport (Code: FUK) has four large terminals, so anticipate a lot of walking. The domestic terminals of T1, T2, and T3 are connected, and the fourth, the international terminal, is in a separate building. A free, frequent bus connects the terminals.
Amenities include dozens of eateries, serving both Asian and Western fare, and duty-free and retail shops. Pass the time with pay-to-use massage chairs scattered throughout the airport, and stay connected using the free WiFi in the departure areas. For added comfort while you wait, economy class passengers can pay to enter three airport lounges.
Sleeping in Fukuoka Airport
This airport closes nightly by 10:30 PM, reopening at 6:00 AM, so it is impossible to spend the night here. For uninterrupted sleep, you can rent nap or shower rooms at Relaxing Lounge Time in Terminal 2. Otherwise, other hotels are nearby. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The terminals are generally open from 6:00 AM until 10:30 PM (or until the last departing flight). Overnight stays are not permitted, as the buildings close after the final flight of the day
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in Fukuoka airport sounds like a nightmare, there is a short-stay facility inside the terminal and several hotels nearby:
- Relaxing Lounge Time – For a nap or shower, head to Relaxing Lounge TIME in International Terminal Building 3F, near Gate 56 and Domestic Terminal Building 1F. Open from 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM. Private rooms are 1,100 Yen plus tax (per hour), and shower rooms are 800 Yen plus tax (per hour).
Hotels near the airport
- Hotel Nexus Hakata Sanno » Check Rates
- Hotel Front Inn Fukuoka Airport » Check Rates
- Hotel GranView Fukuoka Airport » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Fukuoka Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door or through a lounge membership program.
Domestic Terminal
- Lounge TIME / North – Location: Landside, 1st Floor of the Domestic Terminal Building. Hours: 6:00 AM–8:30 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (¥1,100 for adult) • Prepaid lounge passes.
International Terminal
- Lounge TIME International – Location: Airside, International Terminal Building, 3rd Floor near Gate 56. Hours: Immigration opening time until 9:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (¥1,100 for adult) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.
- Lounge Fukuoka – Location: Airside, International Terminal Building, 4th Floor. Hours: From when immigration opens until last flight departure (based on flight schedules). Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs.
Airline Lounges
If you are a First or Business Class traveller, you may have access to the lounges listed below. For more information, check the airline’s website.
- JAL Sakura Lounge – Location: Airside, Domestic Terminal 2nd Floor, near Gates 11-12 (after security). Hours: 6:00 AM – last departure daily. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: JAL First or Business Class passengers • oneworld Sapphire and Emerald members.
- ANA Lounge – Location: Airside, Domestic Terminal, 2nd Floor, departure lobby (after security). Hours: 6:00 AM until the departure of the last flight. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Eligible passengers on ANA flights (Premium Class or Star Alliance Gold).
Drinking Water
Drinking fountains are available in both the Domestic and International terminals.
Food & Drinks
Dining options operate on varying schedules, with most venues open roughly 6:00 AM – 9:45 PM. There are no 24-hour restaurants.
Vending machines are available throughout the terminals.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
The Left Luggage office is available at the Fukuoka Airport Building Baggage Storage Counter in the International terminal, first floor. Hours: 8:00 AM – 9:40 PM. Rates: According to a recent review (June 2016), the storage fee is ¥600 per calendar day for a medium-sized piece of luggage; overnight (stored until the next morning), the rate is ¥1200.
Lockers are available in these locations: Domestic Terminal 1, 1F ( behind ANA FESTA ) • Domestic Terminal 2, 1F ( in front of JAL counter ) • Domestic Terminal 2F, 1F ( beside Nippon Express counter ) • Terminal 3, 1F ( beside Convenience Store D ) • International Terminal 1F ( beside Eastern ) • International 1F ( beside Convenience Store I ) • International Terminal 3F ( beside BOOK AND CRAFT ). Lockers have a maximum storage time of 7 days. Locker rates are 300 yen (small) • 400 yen (medium) • 500 yen (large) and 600 yen (extra large). Hours: Domestic Terminal: 6:30 AM – 10:30 PM • International Terminal: 7:30 AM – 9:40 PM.
Mobile Charging
Charging points are available in both terminals.
Showers
There are no public shower facilities. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi/Internet
Free WiFi is available throughout the Domestic and International terminals, including departure areas.
Paid internet kiosks and computer workstations are available for ¥100 per 10 minutes.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Baby Care Facilities – Nursing Rooms are available for feeding and changing. Rooms include privacy stalls and hot water dispensers. Locations are spread throughout the Domestic (North and South) and International terminals on Arrivals and Departure levels.
- Baby Changing Tables – Changing tables and boards are available in select restrooms throughout both terminals.
- Family Restrooms – Available in Domestic Terminal South (1F) and Domestic Terminal North (2F boarding lounge; located inside the women’s restroom).
- Rental strollers – Strollers are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Enquire at an Information Desk on the 1st floor to borrow one.
Information Desk – Information counters are located in the Domestic Terminal (North and South, 1F) and the International Terminal (Arrivals 1F and Departures 3F).
Massage Chairs – Coin-operated massage chairs are available (¥200 per 10 minutes). Locations are not clearly specified.
Massages – Located in Domestic Terminal South (1F). Hours: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM.
Medical Services
- Medical Services – Domestic Terminal, North (2F). Open weekdays and Saturdays with midday closures; closed Sundays and public holidays.
- Dental Clinic – Located beside Maruoka Clinic. Open weekdays and Saturday mornings; closed Sundays and public holidays.
- Pharmacy – Open weekdays and Saturday mornings; closed Sundays and public holidays.
Travellers requiring urgent care outside operating hours should seek assistance from airport staff.
Money
- ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available in both Domestic and International terminals, including a foreign currency ATM in the International terminal. International transaction fees may apply.
- Banking Services – Full-service bank branches (including Bank of Fukuoka and Nishi-Nippon City Bank) operate in the Domestic Terminal, with additional services in the International Terminal. Electronic money exchange machines (Edy and Waon) are also available..
- Currency Exchange – Currency exchange counters operate in both terminals, primarily on basement and main public levels in the Domestic Terminal and on 1F and 3F in the International Terminal. Availability varies by provider and flight schedules.
Observation Deck – There are three observation areas from which to watch the action on the runway. Locations: Domestic Terminal South 4F (7:00 AM – 9:30 PM) • International Terminal 4F North and South Side (7:30 AM – 8:30 PM).
Prayer Room – A prayer room is available in the International Terminal (4F). Hours: 5:00 AM – 9:40 PM.
Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available in the International Terminal and operates according to international flight schedules.
Both terminals also offer a range of retail shops, convenience stores, and souvenir outlets.
Smoking Area – Designated smoking rooms are available in both Domestic (North and South) and International terminals on multiple levels. Smoking is not permitted outside these areas.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Car Rentals
Location: Terminals 1, 2 and 3 – Arrivals Level. If you did not make reservations you can do so at the one of the airports many information desks. The following companies have car rental offices on-site: Toyota Rentalease • Nissan Car Rental • Nippon Rent-A-Car • Times Mobility • Yamae Rent/ORIX Rent-a-car • IDEX Auto.
Hotels Shuttles
A few hotels provide airport shuttle service: Hotel Nexus Hakata Sanno • Toyoko Inn Hakata Eki-Minami.
See also Airport Hotels above.
Inter-Terminal Shuttle
The airport operates a free shuttle bus to transport passengers between the International and Domestic Terminals. Frequency: every 5-8 minutes.
Public Transportation
- Buses – City buses, express buses and high-speed express buses depart from the bus stands. Check fares and schedules on the Nishitetsu website.
- Subway – The Fukuoka City Subway station is located inside the Domestic Terminal building. For fares, maps and more information, visit the Fukuoka Airport website.
Taxis
Taxis are readily available at both the Domestic and International Terminals.
Last updated: 2026-02-20
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