Flying from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9. The city is 30 minutes behind Alice Springs, where Alice Springs Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your ASP to Sapporo flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
ASP is about 11 kilometres from central Alice Springs. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
When it comes to Alice Springs Airport's on-time performance, 72.7% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Sapporo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Alice Springs Airport to Sapporo flight is Rs270,638. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs592,529. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ASP to Sapporo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Alice Springs Airport to Sapporo across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo takes around 1 hour by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Alice Springs Airport to Sapporo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Grab a New Chitose Airport rental car and explore Sapporo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from ASP to Sapporo.
The street address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
After your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Sapporo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to OKD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your ASP to Sapporo flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Okadama Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, バジェットレンタカー or Orix and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from OKD two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Okadama Airport can be found at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Sapporo. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Sapporo in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Alice Springs Airport to Sapporo flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from ASP to Sapporo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Sapporo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Sapporo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are popular attractions which should be on any good Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo, Akita is another essential stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
