Flying from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to New Chitose Airport is 5 hours 15 minutes.
Sapporo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Sapporo one hour ahead of Shenzhen.
Take your pick of four weekly Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to New Chitose Airport flights. The 08:45 departure with Shenzhen Airlines is the earliest flight available. Shenzhen Airlines operates the last service of the day at 08:45.
Your SZX to CTS flight 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 travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Travelling to Sapporo (and then discovering more of Japan!) is easy with Shenzhen Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to New Chitose Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Shenzhen Airlines.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight is Rs57,043. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs87,391. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from SZX to CTS by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to New Chitose Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SZX to CTS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to New Chitose Airport.
Handy information about Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
SZX is located at Airport 9th Rd.
Of all flights departing from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, 79.49% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Shenzhen to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching an early flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to New Chitose Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SZX:
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
If you're arriving on a late Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near CTS:
Grab a New Chitose Airport rental car and explore Sapporo and beyond with your own wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks before your trip.
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 driving.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to New Chitose Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Sapporo. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to New Chitose Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SZX to CTS in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC and -1ºC then.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo, Akita is another favourite stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
