Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Sapporo is nine hours ahead of London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. Sapporo follows the UTC+9 timezone.
To avoid missing your LGW to Sapporo flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Whether you'd like to visit a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book flight tickets from LGW to Sapporo with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is a popular stop on this route.
LGW is around 40 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sapporo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to London Gatwick Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.26% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Sapporo
The best price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Sapporo flight is Rs120,364. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs201,796. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from LGW to Sapporo, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a London Gatwick Airport to Sapporo ticket.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo takes about 1 hour by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sapporo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Fast-track your 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 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sapporo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from New Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from LGW to Sapporo.
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is about 8 kilometres from central Sapporo. Once you've disembarked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sapporo, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
After stepping off your LGW to Sapporo flight, rest your head at a hotel near OKD. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make collecting an Okadama Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at OKD will help you save.
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 London Gatwick Airport to Sapporo. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and attractions can be crowded. Visit Sapporo in the off-season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your London Gatwick Airport to Sapporo flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and -1ºC.
More about Sapporo
After booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sapporo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sapporo:
Odori Park and Sapporo TV Tower are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Sapporo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hokkaido Shrine.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Sapporo, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Journey around 113 kilometres north-east to Asahikawa to check off its top sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo, Akita is another essential stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
