The only way to get to the Daitos is from Naha, either by plane or ferry. There are two flights per day from Naha to Minamidaito and one to Kitadaito, which can be reserved up to two months in advance from Naha Airport or by telephone. Round-trip flights cost around ¥40,000 and last about 70 minutes. The ferry is significantly cheaper, but has a sporadic timetable and takes 12-17 hours each way.
The flight between Minamidaito and Kitadaito lasts for three minutes, and has the distinction of being the shortest Boeing 737 flight in the world.
There are also two flights from Minamidaito to Naha, and one from Kitadaito.
