Flying from Yamagata Airport (GAJ) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Yamagata Airport to Sapporo is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Yamagata (the location of Yamagata Airport) and Sapporo share the same timezone — UTC+9.
Yamagata Airport (GAJ) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the most traveled route, with seven weekly departures to choose from. You can fly from GAJ to CTS at 12:50 with Fuji Dream Airlines.
To avoid missing your GAJ to Sapporo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Yamagata Airport to Sapporo ticket. Start your trip at GAJ and land at New Chitose Airport (CTS).
Get on board with Fuji Dream Airlines. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Yamagata Airport to Sapporo.
Central Yamagata to GAJ is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Yamagata Airport to Sapporo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to GAJ:
76.07% of flights that depart Yamagata Airport arrive at their destination on time.
The address for GAJ is 3008 Hanyu, Higashine.
How to find the cheapest flights from Yamagata Airport (GAJ) to Sapporo
Rs20,857 is currently the best price for a one-way Yamagata Airport to Sapporo flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs41,714. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from GAJ to Sapporo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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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 grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Yamagata Airport to Sapporo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Hit the road running 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.
To get the best deal, book your ride from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from GAJ to Sapporo.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
The centre of Sapporo is around 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD). After your flight from Yamagata Airport to Sapporo has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your GAJ to Sapporo flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up an Okadama Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
You'll find Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Travel to Sapporo during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Yamagata Airport to Sapporo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Yamagata Airport to Sapporo flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from GAJ to Sapporo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
After booking your flight from Yamagata Airport to Sapporo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sapporo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are highlights which should be on any well-planned Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Akita is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without visiting Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
