How to find cheap flights to Sapporo
351 € is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Sapporo. Or you can book a round-trip fare for 575 €.
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Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get the lowest price on tickets if you book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer some amazing early bird rates.
Explore more options for cheap flights to Sapporo by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' option. This lets you browse fares for other airports in the region, which could offer better deals.
If you're not in a hurry to get to the city, think about going the long way round. You could find cheaper tickets by choosing a flight with one or more stops.
Best time to go to Sapporo
If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest days or months to fly.
To experience the city at its liveliest, lock in your flights for June. Travelling during high seasons generally means more to see and do compared to other times of the year.
April is the quietest month to visit if you're after a more relaxed pace. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Sapporo then.
With averages of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF), August is when Sapporo is at its warmest. Organise your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your trip.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -11ºC (12ºF) to -1ºC (30ºF).
April often brings more sun than cloud. With eight days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Sapporo.
It rains the most in January, which gets around 24 days of wet weather.
Flying to Sapporo: what you need to know
When organising your Sapporo flight, there are a few choices for your arrival airport. Touch down at New Chitose Airport (CTS) or Okadama Airport (OKD).
The busiest airport handling flights to the city is New Chitose Airport (CTS).
Avoid the layovers and get to your destination in one easy hop. Lock in a direct flight to Sapporo with one of these major airlines:
When you touch down in Sapporo, you'll be in the UTC+9 timezone.
After booking your tickets, stay somewhere that turns a good trip into a great one. Here are some comfortable hotels to keep in mind for your visit:
Getting to central Sapporo from New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Central Sapporo is about 56 kilometres from CTS, the city's main gateway.
If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to Sapporo, it'll take around 1 hour to get to the centre.
Get some rest or quickly freshen up after your flight to Sapporo. These hotels near New Chitose Airport offer the ideal place to relax and recharge:
Can't wait to set off on your adventure? Pick up a car hire at CTS with popular providers such as car hire Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car. Buckle up and get ready to discover Sapporo and beyond.
Sapporo highlights
Put these popular sights at the top of your to-do list after hopping off your flight to Sapporo:
Fushimi Inari Shrine: Around 3 kilometres southwest of the centre in Chūō-ku, this landmark offers a great first taste of the city.
Sapporo Central Wholesale Market Jogai Market: You'll discover this shopping area roughly 3 kilometres northwest of the centre in Chūō-ku. Do a little spending here in between seeing the sights of Sapporo.
Ganso Sapporo Ramen Street: This also makes for a worthwhile detour. A top landmark, it's around 0.80 kilometres southeast of the centre of Sapporo in Chūō-ku.
Explore more of Japan
There's plenty more of Japan waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres northeast of Sapporo, set out for Asahikawa. On the must-see list? Start with Mount Asahi, Asahiyama Zoo and Zenko-ji Temple. The nearest airport to this city is Asahikawa Airport (AKJ).
Another city in Japan that has plenty of appeal is Aomori. From Sapporo, it's around 257 kilometres south and is home to attractions like Inari Shrine and Inari Shrine. Add a stop at Jomon Jiyukan too. Aomori Airport (AOJ) is the main gateway to this city.
Or take off to Hakodate, about 145 kilometres south of Sapporo. Ono River Cherry Blossom Avenue, Mt. Hakodate Observatory and Goryokaku Tower are just a taste of what's waiting. The easiest way to get here is by flying into Hakodate Airport (HKD).
Complete your trip with a Sapporo car hire
Rent a car in the city and start your journey when you're ready. Check out the range of car rentals in Sapporo and find all the best prices in one easy search. You can also compare rental cars on everything from fuel policy to user reviews and booking flexibility.