Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Sapporo is 15 hours ahead of Calgary, where Calgary International Airport is located. Sapporo runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your YYC to Sapporo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Travelling from central Calgary to YYC takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Sapporo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YYC:
Of the flights that depart from Calgary International Airport, 65.39% land on time at their destination.
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Sapporo
The best price we've found for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Sapporo flight is 347 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 591 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YYC to Sapporo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) is around 56 kilometres from central Sapporo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Calgary International Airport to Sapporo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CTS:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Sapporo's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from New Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from YYC to Sapporo.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
The centre of Sapporo is about 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD). Once your flight from Calgary International Airport to Sapporo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your YYC to Sapporo flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab an Okadama Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at OKD will help you save.
You'll find Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Visit Sapporo during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Calgary International Airport to Sapporo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before booking a Calgary International Airport to Sapporo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYC to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
After booking your flight from Calgary International Airport to Sapporo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sapporo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are top attractions which should be on any good Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Sapporo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey about 113 kilometres north-east to Asahikawa to tick off its leading attractions. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
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.