Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Sapporo is 15 hours ahead of Salt Lake City and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Your SLC to CTS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
At the moment, Rs142,659 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs225,776. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SLC to CTS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to New Chitose Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SLC to CTS.
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Handy information about Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
SLC is located at 776 North Terminal Drive.
82.4% of flights leaving Salt Lake City International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SLC.
To get to Salt Lake City International Airport from central Salt Lake City, it takes about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 2 hours 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to New Chitose Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SLC:
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
If you're coming in on a late Salt Lake City International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CTS:
Pick up a New Chitose Airport rental car and explore Sapporo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from New Chitose Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
From New Chitose Airport, Sapporo is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to New Chitose Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Sapporo. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to New Chitose Airport for August if you'd like to go to Sapporo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SLC to CTS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Sapporo, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Travel around 113 kilometres north-east to Asahikawa to check off its top sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, your itinerary will be busy.
Akita is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No journey is complete without seeing Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
