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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sendai Airport to Sapporo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $142. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sendai to Sapporo flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Sendai to Sapporo

Alternative Sendai to Sapporo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sendai to Sapporo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sendai to Sapporo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$70
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 14 mins
Most popular airlineANA (All Nippon Airways)
Average flights per week406

Finding cheap flights from Sendai to Sapporo: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Sapporo: Sapporo Okadama and Sapporo Chitose.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sendai to Sapporo is $141. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Sendai to Sapporo.
ANA (All Nippon Airways), Ibex Airlines and Air Do fly direct from Sendai to Sapporo.
As of April 2026, there are 406 flights per week flying from Sendai to Sapporo.
The cheapest month to fly from Sendai to Sapporo is usually May.
If you're flying from Sendai Airport, the cheapest airport near Sapporo is Sapporo Chitose – which is 39.4 km away from the centre of Sapporo. We've found flights into this airport from $141.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sendai Airport to Sapporo on Sunday, 31 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sapporo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sapporo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. August is typically the warmest month in Sapporo, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Peach offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sapporo.

Flying from Sendai International Airport (SDJ) to Sapporo: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Sendai International Airport to Sapporo.

  • Sapporo and Sendai (where Sendai International Airport is located) are in the UTC+9 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Sendai International Airport (SDJ) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the most traveled route, with 78 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from SDJ to CTS is with JAL at 20:30. Opt for the first departure operated by JAL at 07:50 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • For a relaxed start to your SDJ to Sapporo flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Begin your journey at SDJ and travel nonstop to New Chitose Airport (CTS). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Sendai International Airport to Sapporo tickets.

  • Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Sendai International Airport to Sapporo include:

  • Travelling from central Sendai to SDJ takes around 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near SDJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sendai International Airport to Sapporo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • Sendai International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from SDJ arrive at their destination without delay.

  • SDJ is located at 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sendai International Airport (SDJ) to Sapporo

  • $70 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sendai International Airport to Sapporo flight. Return plane tickets start from $141. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SDJ to Sapporo. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Sendai International Airport to Sapporo is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across the month and walk away with an awesome deal.

  • There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from SDJ to Sapporo.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Sendai International Airport to Sapporo by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Sapporo

New Chitose Airport (CTS)

  • New Chitose Airport (CTS) to the centre of Sapporo takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sendai International Airport to Sapporo. Book one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks before your flight from SDJ to Sapporo.

  • CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.

Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)

  • After your flight from Sendai International Airport to Sapporo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD).

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SDJ to Sapporo flight:

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at OKD can get you a lower rate.

  • You can find Sapporo Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.

Best time to go to Sapporo

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sendai International Airport to Sapporo. January is the busiest month to travel to Sapporo. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in December.

  • Before locking in your Sendai International Airport to Sapporo plane ticket, think about what 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, search for a cheap ticket from SDJ to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and -1ºC.

More about Sapporo

  • Once you've booked your flight from Sendai International Airport to Sapporo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sapporo:

  • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Odori Park, Hokkaido Shrine and Mount Moiwa Observation Deck are essential stops on your Sapporo itinerary.

Explore more of Japan

  • Aomori is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sapporo. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Jomon Jiyukan, Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum.

  • Morioka is another essential stop in Japan and is around 370 kilometres south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without experiencing Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodai-ji Temple and Tsurugaike.

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