Oita Airport is located far from the city of Oita. Kitsuki Station is the closest train station but it is not adjacent to the airport. It may be reached by Airport Express Bus, public bus or taxi. This airport is known for amazing views since it is a semi-offshore airport.
Rental cars are convenient when you go to various tourist attractions from Oita Airport. There is a car rental service counter near the arrival lobby on the 1st floor of the Domestic terminal building. Courtesy service will be provided preferentially for those who made reservations.
Most tourist attractions including the Yufuin Onsen are about 50 minutes by car via the expressway. The Beppu Onsen is about 1 hour. Nakatsu City is famous for fried chicken and is about 1 hour and 20 minutes drive from the airport. Yaba Gorge is chosen as one of Japan's New Three Greatest Views. It is about 1 hour and 30 minutes drive from the airport.