Travelling from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Busan and Sapporo follow the same timezone, UTC+9.
There are 23 Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport flights every week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your PUS to CTS flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
You'll find plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport. Fly nonstop to Sapporo with these popular carriers and get to know this incredible part of Japan:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Eastar Jet.
With a reliable 94.12% of services arriving as planned, Eastar Jet is the most punctual carrier for PUS to CTS flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between PUS and CTS:
Incheon International Airport
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport
Fukuoka Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
57 € is currently the best price for a one-way Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport flight. Return flights start at 145 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from PUS to CTS, book your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from PUS to CTS.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport.
Handy information about Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
79% of flights that depart Gimhae International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Gimhae International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Busan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near PUS:
Arriving at Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
Consider booking a hotel near CTS if you're catching a late Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Sapporo Chitose Airport rental car and discover Sapporo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Sapporo Chitose Airport about two weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sapporo. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PUS to CTS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Sapporo, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Travel about 257 kilometres south to Aomori to tick off its popular sights. From Jomon Jiyukan to Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another corner of Japan, head for Morioka, roughly 370 kilometres south of Sapporo. Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodai-ji Temple and Tsurugaike are highlights.