Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Sapporo is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
To avoid rushing for your MAA 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 standard rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a plane ticket from MAA to Sapporo, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Changi International Airport (SIN) is a popular stop on this route.
MAA is around 16 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near MAA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Sapporo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76.04% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sapporo
237 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Sapporo flight. A return plane ticket right now is 455 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MAA to Sapporo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Sapporo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Go where the road takes you with a New Chitose Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and see more of Sapporo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks before your flight from MAA to Sapporo.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is around 8 kilometres from central Sapporo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Chennai Airport to Sapporo, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near OKD. Unwind and get cosy after your MAA to Sapporo flight at one of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up an Okadama Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at OKD can land you a better rate.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Before locking in your flights from Chennai Airport to Sapporo, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Sapporo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Chennai Airport to Sapporo plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MAA to Sapporo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Sapporo, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo, Akita is another favourite stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
