Flying from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Sapporo. New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) taking off from here.
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight.
Seoul (where Seoul Incheon International Airport is located) and Sapporo share the UTC+9 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
With 65 direct flights a week between the two airports, New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. Jeju Air operates the earliest flight at 11am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from CTS to ICN is with Jin Air at 7:10pm.
To ensure you catch your flight from Sapporo to ICN, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as January and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Fly without interruptions from New Chitose Airport (CTS). Direct flights from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) can be booked from here.
Direct flights from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport are operated by a range of airlines at CTS. Get on board with any of these:
Most travellers prefer to fly with Eastar Jet from CTS to ICN.
Among carriers operating on this route, Jin Air has the best track record for timely arrivals.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Sapporo to ICN that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from New Chitose Airport (CTS), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between CTS and ICN include:
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Sendai International Airport (SDJ)
Aomori Airport (AOJ)
Travelling from central Sapporo to CTS takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near New Chitose Airport:
Of the flights that depart from New Chitose Airport, 69% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sapporo to OKD in around 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sapporo Okadama Airport the day before your Sapporo to ICN flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Sapporo Okadama Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
You'll find OKD at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
About Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ICN:
Grab a Seoul Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight.
Getting from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Central Seoul is around 48 kilometres from Seoul Incheon International Airport and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport is Rs22,720. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs40,419. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Sapporo to ICN if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). February is the peak month for travel to Seoul. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in September.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Sapporo to ICN plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seoul right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Sapporo to Seoul Incheon International Airport:
Your Seoul visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Seoul. Around 257 kilometres away to the southeast, top sights here include Modern Art Statue, Jung-gu District and Alive Aquarium Daegu.
Around 153 kilometres southeast of Seoul, Daejeon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience major highlights starting with National Science Museum, Temi Park and Yuseong Hot Springs.
