Flying from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport.
Sapporo and Osaka share the same timezone, UTC+9.
Every week, there are 71 Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, pick the 07:30 ANA flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:25 with ANA.
To ensure you get on your CTS to KIX flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. When you're ready to start your Osaka adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Japan:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Peach.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) is the most punctual carrier that operates CTS to KIX flights, with 73.71% of its services arriving as planned.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CTS and KIX:
Tokyo Haneda Airport
Tokyo Narita Airport
Sendai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Currently, Rs12,705 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs24,953. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CTS to KIX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CTS to KIX.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport.
Handy information about Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Of the departures from Sapporo Chitose Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Sapporo Chitose Airport from central Sapporo, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CTS:
Arriving at Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Book a hotel near KIX if you have a late Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Kansai International (Osaka) Airport rental car and explore Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Book your vehicle from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport a few weeks before your trip to lock in the best possible deal. If you're going away during a busy period, it's smart to book even earlier.
When to fly to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport is March, while November is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Osaka based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CTS to KIX sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres east of Osaka, a visit to Tokyo will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji.
Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No trip is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
