Flying from Narita International Airport (NRT) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Sapporo's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Tokyo.
You can choose from 159 weekly Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with Jetstar Japan is the earliest flight available. Jetstar Japan operates the last service of the day at 20:45.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NRT to CTS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport, so jetting to Sapporo (and then visiting more of Japan!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Jetstar Japan.
With an impressive 85.25% of services landing on schedule, ANA is the most punctual carrier for NRT to CTS flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between NRT and CTS include:
Chubu Centrair International Airport
Kansai International Airport
Fukuoka Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight is 33 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 66 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from NRT to CTS, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from NRT to CTS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport.
Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Narita International Airport, data shows 70.53% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Narita International Airport is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to NRT:
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
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 venture far and wide through Sapporo and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from New Chitose Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
New Chitose Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from central Sapporo. The drive time takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Sapporo. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Narita International Airport to New Chitose Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NRT to CTS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Akita is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No journey is complete without experiencing Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.