Travelling from Tokyo to Sapporo: what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Tokyo's main airports, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Sapporo taking off from either of these.
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) and Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD) are the chief entry points to Sapporo.
The average length of a direct Tokyo to Sapporo flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Tokyo and Sapporo share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With 306 weekly flights between the two airports, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Tokyo to Sapporo with ANA at 06:15. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from HND to CTS is with ANA at 21:30.
To ensure you get on your Tokyo to Sapporo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Sapporo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Sapporo is Rs9,426. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs18,813. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap Tokyo to Sapporo flights, book your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
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Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Tokyo to Sapporo, you can leave from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). Get from HND to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) in one seamless trip.
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Tokyo to Sapporo plane tickets out of HND. Reserve your trip with one of these:
The journey from central Tokyo to HND takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel near Tokyo Haneda Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Tokyo to Sapporo, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Tokyo Haneda Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
HND's address is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Rather fly from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)? This hub offers direct flights from Tokyo to Sapporo, seamlessly connecting to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS).
Book your direct Tokyo to Sapporo plane ticket with one of these popular airlines that operate this route from NRT:
You can reach NRT from central Tokyo in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 64 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Tokyo Narita Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo:
Tokyo Narita Airport has an on-time performance of 73%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Sapporo
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near CTS if you have a late flight from Tokyo to Sapporo. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Sapporo Chitose Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from car rental Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Sapporo and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Sapporo Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
The centre of Sapporo is approximately 6 kilometres from Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD). As soon as your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to OKD. Settle in and get cosy after your Tokyo to Sapporo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long taxi lines. Grab a Sapporo Okadama Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from OKD two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Sapporo Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
August is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Sapporo. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sapporo in March.
Before locking in your Tokyo to Sapporo tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and -1ºC.
More about Sapporo
Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sapporo:
Hokkaido Jingu and Odori Park are a couple of top attractions to add to your Sapporo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mt. Moiwa Summit Observation Deck.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres south of Sapporo, a visit to Aomori will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Jomon Jiyukan, Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum.
Morioka is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 370 kilometres south of Sapporo. No journey is complete without a visit to Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodaiji and Tsurugaike.
