Flying from Vancouver to Sapporo: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Sapporo. Check out your options for leaving Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Come in for landing at Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS), the chief entry point to Sapporo.
The average length of a direct Vancouver to Sapporo flight is 9 hours 20 minutes.
Sapporo is 17 hours ahead of Vancouver and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Vancouver to Sapporo flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Sapporo
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Depart from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on a nonstop flight from Vancouver to Sapporo. From YVR, you can fly directly to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS).
Air Canada is a well-known airline that offers direct Vancouver to Sapporo plane tickets leaving from YVR.
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Sapporo, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Sapporo flight:
The on-time performance record of YXX is 75%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
Arriving in Sapporo
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near CTS if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Sapporo. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sapporo Chitose Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from car rental Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sapporo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Sapporo Chitose Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
The centre of Sapporo is about 6 kilometres from Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD). After your flight from Vancouver to Sapporo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near OKD. Unwind after your Vancouver to Sapporo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a taxi. Pick up a Sapporo Okadama Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at OKD will help you save.
You can find Sapporo Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
March is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Sapporo, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Sapporo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Vancouver to Sapporo ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Sapporo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and -1ºC on average.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Sapporo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Hokkaido Jingu, Odori Park and Mt. Moiwa Summit Observation Deck are attractions you won't want to skip in Sapporo.
Explore more of Japan
Aomori is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sapporo. Around 257 kilometres to the south, popular attractions include Jomon Jiyukan, Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum.
Around 370 kilometres south of Sapporo, Morioka is another essential stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodaiji and Tsurugaike.