Flying from Sapporo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sapporo's main base, New Chitose Airport (CTS), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Sapporo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD).
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 2 hours ahead of Sapporo. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney.
Your flight from Sapporo to SYD won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like June or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Sapporo to SYD departing from New Chitose Airport (CTS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The distance from central Sapporo to CTS is roughly 56 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near New Chitose Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Sapporo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sapporo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 27 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is Rs72,747. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs184,114. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Sapporo to SYD. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a larger selection of departure times and travel dates.
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The best time to fly from Sapporo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sapporo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Sydney. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Sapporo to SYD, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Sapporo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Sydney
After locking in your flight from Sapporo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sydney:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach are leading attractions which should be on any good Sydney itinerary.
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