Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Disembark at New Chitose Airport (CTS), the major arrival point in Sapporo.
Around 7 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flight.
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Kuala Lumpur.
The most popular route for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to New Chitose Airport (CTS). There are two weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from KUL to CTS is the 23:55 AirAsia X service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 23:55 with AirAsia X.
To ensure you don't miss your Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo
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Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're after a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo, you can depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Travel from KUL to New Chitose Airport (CTS) without any stops.
AirAsia X is a leading airline that offers direct Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo plane tickets from KUL.
We make it a cinch to find a Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
KUL is about 48 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
58.65% of flights that depart Kuala Lumpur International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 18 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo:
68% of flights departing Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Sapporo's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from New Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flight.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is around 6 kilometres from central Sapporo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo, it takes approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make collecting an Okadama Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from OKD two weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
June is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo. To skip the crowds, visit Sapporo in April.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are highlights which should be on any good Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Sapporo, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Journey around 113 kilometres north-east to Asahikawa to check off its leading sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Akita is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without dropping by Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.