Flying from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Sapporo and Busan are both in the UTC+9 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
There are 23 Sapporo Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport flights every week to choose from.
To ensure you catch your CTS to PUS flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are plenty of direct flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport, so getting to Busan (and then touring more of South Korea!) is a cinch. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Eastar Jet.
Eastar Jet is the most punctual carrier that operates CTS to PUS flights. An exceptional 85.11% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CTS and PUS include:
Incheon International Airport
Tokyo Narita Airport
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport
Handy information about Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Of all flights departing from Sapporo Chitose Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
To get to Sapporo Chitose Airport from central Sapporo, it takes around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CTS:
Arriving at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sapporo Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PUS instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Gimhae International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car or HI RENT A CAR and explore beyond Busan's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Gimhae International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Gimhae International Airport to the centre of Busan has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The quietest month for a flight from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Busan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Busan is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CTS to PUS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored after you've seen Busan. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Around 354 kilometres north-west of Busan, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience major highlights starting with INSPIRE Arena, Wangsan Beach and Seokmodo Natural Forest.







