Day trip from Naha to Okinawa
Okinawa lies 18 km (11 mi) north-east of Naha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 18 km (11 mi) apart, Okinawa is a realistic day trip from Naha: about 18 min each way by road.
| Naha | Okinawa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 317,625 | 142,752 |
| Elevation | 1 m (3 ft) | 112 m (367 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Okinawa
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Staying in Okinawa
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Common questions
How far is Okinawa from Naha?
18 km (11 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Naha; by road roughly 22 km (14 mi).
How long does it take to get from Naha to Okinawa by road?
About 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Naha and Okinawa?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.