Travelling from Itami Airport (ITM) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Itami Airport to New Chitose Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Osaka and Sapporo share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Take your pick of 85 weekly Itami Airport to New Chitose Airport flights. The 07:45 departure with JAL is the earliest flight you can take. ANA operates the last service of the day at 19:10.
To ensure you catch your ITM to CTS flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
JAL offers direct flights from Itami Airport to New Chitose Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Sapporo — and maybe even more of Japan if your schedule allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is JAL.
JAL is the most punctual carrier that operates ITM to CTS flights, with 67.12% of its services arriving as planned.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Itami Airport to New Chitose Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ITM and CTS:
Sendai Airport
Niigata Airport
Hanamaki Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Itami Airport (ITM) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
$107 is the best price for a one-way Itami Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. A return flight starts at $219. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book eight months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ITM to CTS.
The cheapest month for flights from Itami Airport to New Chitose Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Itami Airport (ITM)
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
When it comes to Itami Airport's on-time performance, 77.41% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Itami Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ITM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Itami Airport to New Chitose Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
If you're coming in on a late Itami Airport to New Chitose Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Grab a New Chitose Airport rental car and discover Sapporo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are leading providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
From New Chitose Airport, Sapporo is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The quietest month for a flight from Itami Airport to New Chitose Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sapporo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Itami Airport to New Chitose Airport for August if you'd like to explore Sapporo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ITM to CTS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
If there's time to check out another side of Japan, consider Akita, about 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are among the biggest draws.