Travelling from Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo.
Sapporo's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Busan (the location of Busan Gimhae International Airport).
You can pick from 28 services each week between Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) and New Chitose Airport (CTS). This is the most popular flight route.
Leave plenty of time to catch your PUS to Sapporo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Start your trip at PUS and fly nonstop to New Chitose Airport (CTS). That will be your arrival point when searching for Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo tickets.
Direct flights from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo are available from a good range of airlines. Get on board with any of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from PUS to Sapporo. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Busan, PUS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near PUS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
79% of flights leaving from Busan Gimhae International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Sapporo
$147 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo flight. A return plane ticket starts at $243. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from PUS to Sapporo, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure.
The best month for landing cheap Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PUS to Sapporo by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to CTS if you have a late flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from PUS to Sapporo.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD) is around 10 kilometres from central Sapporo. After your flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the journey to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your PUS to Sapporo flight:
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Sapporo Okadama Airport is located at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo. January is the most popular month to visit Sapporo. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
Book a Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PUS 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 ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Sapporo, check out our selection of hotels including:
Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Sapporo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mount Moiwa Observation Deck.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Sapporo, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Travel around 257 kilometres south to Aomori to tick off its top sights. From Jomon Jiyukan to Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Japan, consider Morioka, roughly 370 kilometres south of Sapporo. Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodai-ji Temple and Tsurugaike are among its highlights.