Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Sapporo is one hour 30 minutes behind Adelaide, where Adelaide Airport is located. Sapporo follows the UTC+9 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your ADL to Sapporo flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a plane ticket from ADL to Sapporo, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Changi International Airport (SIN) is a great option.
ADL is about 6 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near ADL. Whether you have an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Sapporo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the flights that depart from Adelaide Airport, 75.6% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Sapporo
Rs82,411 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Sapporo flight. A return plane ticket right now is Rs229,488. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from ADL to Sapporo, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Adelaide Airport to Sapporo across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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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 takes about 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Sapporo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car to explore Sapporo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from ADL to Sapporo can help you get the lowest rate.
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Once your flight from Adelaide Airport to Sapporo has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
Following your ADL to Sapporo flight, settle in at a hotel near OKD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up an Okadama Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from OKD two weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Visit Sapporo during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Sapporo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Adelaide Airport to Sapporo plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ADL to Sapporo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Sapporo, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are must-do's during your Sapporo adventure.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Japan, consider Akita, roughly 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are key highlights.
