Travelling from Sapporo to Sendai Airport (SDJ): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Sapporo's main airports, New Chitose Airport (CTS) or Okadama Airport (OKD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Sapporo to Sendai Airport (SDJ) taking off from either of these.
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Sapporo to Sendai Airport flight.
Sapporo and Sendai (where Sendai Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Sendai Airport (SDJ) is the most popular route. There are 104 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with ANA at 8:05pm. Choose the first CTS to SDJ departure operated by JAL at 7:50am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
To ensure you get on your flight from Sapporo to SDJ, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sapporo to Sendai Airport (SDJ) take off from this terminal.
At CTS, there's a range of carriers operating direct flights from Sapporo to Sendai Airport, including:
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with ANA between CTS and SDJ.
ANA stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 88.73% of services arriving on schedule.
The distance from central Sapporo to CTS is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Booked an early flight from Sapporo to Sendai Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near New Chitose Airport:
Of the flights that depart from New Chitose Airport, 69.64% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Driving from central Sapporo to OKD typically takes 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 8 kilometres.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Sapporo to SDJ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Okadama Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
74.69% of all departures from Okadama Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
OKD is located at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
About Sendai Airport (SDJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SDJ if you have a late flight from Sapporo to Sendai Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Sendai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and see more of Sendai and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Sapporo to Sendai Airport flight.
SDJ is located at 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
32 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Sendai Airport. A return flight starts from 70 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from Sapporo to SDJ, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Sapporo to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
June is the most popular month for flights from Sapporo to Sendai Airport (SDJ). Plan your visit to Sendai in April for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Sendai is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Sapporo to SDJ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Sapporo to Sendai Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Sendai
Once you've booked your flight from Sapporo to Sendai Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sendai:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Sendai when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Haguro Shrine followed by Yasaka shrine and 仙台七夕祭.
Explore more of Japan
Sendai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres south-west of Sendai, a trip to Saitama will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Nara Park, Kichijoji and Sakura Park.
Travel 274 kilometres south-west from Sendai and you'll find yourself in Yono, another favourite among visitors to Japan. Don't leave without experiencing Nishitani Park and Enjoin.
