Travelling from London to Sapporo: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to head out from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Sapporo. London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) is the primary point of entry to Sapporo.
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9, which is nine hours ahead of London.
To ensure you make it on your London to Sapporo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sapporo
To pick up cheap London to Sapporo flights, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a breeze to find a London to Sapporo flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Sapporo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
78% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your London to Sapporo flight with a stop at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG). A major stopover between London Gatwick Airport and Sapporo, it's a great opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to Sapporo, take it easy in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 83% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 48 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to Sapporo flight without having to rush. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, STN is a dependable starting point for your adventure.
Arriving in Sapporo
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Sapporo. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near CTS if you have a late flight from London to Sapporo. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sapporo Chitose Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from car rental Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Sapporo's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sapporo Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your London to Sapporo flight.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
As soon as your flight from London to Sapporo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 6 kilometres from Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near OKD. Kick back after your London to Sapporo flight at any of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Sapporo Okadama Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, バジェットレンタカー or Orix and be off and running.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from OKD two weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Sapporo Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from London to Sapporo. August is the most popular month to travel to Sapporo. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your London to Sapporo ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from London to Sapporo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and -1ºC on average.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Sapporo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Hokkaido Jingu, Odori Park and Mt. Moiwa Summit Observation Deck are top attractions which should be on any good Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Aomori is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sapporo. Around 257 kilometres to the south, top sights here include Jomon Jiyukan, Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum.
Around 370 kilometres south of Sapporo, Morioka is another favourite stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodaiji and Tsurugaike.