Travelling from Changi International Airport (SIN) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Changi International Airport to New Chitose Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Singapore.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SIN to CTS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Singapore Airlines is your gateway to discovering Sapporo (and maybe even some other great parts of Japan!). Browse the direct flights from Changi International Airport to New Chitose Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Singapore Airlines.
Singapore Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for SIN to CTS flights, with 90.91% of services arriving on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Changi International Airport to New Chitose Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SIN and CTS include:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Haneda Airport
Kansai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Changi International Airport (SIN) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Rs56,255 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Changi International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs99,307. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book eight months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SIN to CTS.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Changi International Airport to New Chitose Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SIN to CTS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Changi International Airport to New Chitose Airport.
Handy information about Changi International Airport (SIN)
68.95% of flights that leave from Changi International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Changi International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SIN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Changi International Airport to New Chitose Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Changi International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Explore without limits with a New Chitose Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Sapporo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
New Chitose Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Sapporo. Driving there takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Changi International Airport to New Chitose Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Sapporo. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Changi International Airport to New Chitose Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SIN to CTS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and -1ºC on average.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan you should also see. About 113 kilometres north-east of Sapporo, a visit to Asahikawa will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Akita is another standout destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without seeing Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
