Flying from Seoul to New Chitose Airport (CTS): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Seoul. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to New Chitose Airport (CTS) leaving from here.
The average length of a direct Seoul to New Chitose Airport flight is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Seoul and Sapporo (where New Chitose Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
The busiest route is from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to New Chitose Airport (CTS), with 64 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from ICN to CTS is the 7:20am Jeju Air service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 3:20pm with Jin Air.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Seoul to CTS.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can hop on a direct flight from Seoul to New Chitose Airport (CTS) out of Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Direct flights from Seoul to New Chitose Airport are available from a variety of airlines at ICN. Get on board with any of these:
Most travellers choose to book seats with Eastar Jet from ICN to CTS.
Asiana Airlines shines when it comes to on-time performance. An impressive 93.33% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
ICN is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Seoul Incheon International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seoul to New Chitose Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Seoul Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your flight from Seoul to New Chitose Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Seoul Gimpo International Airport and CTS include:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
You can reach GMP from the centre of Seoul in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Seoul to CTS flight? Relax in a hotel near Seoul Gimpo International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Seoul Gimpo International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as planned.
About New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Reserve a hotel near CTS if you're catching a late flight from Seoul to New Chitose Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Seoul to New Chitose Airport flight.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
Central Sapporo is around 48 kilometres from New Chitose Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to New Chitose Airport is $59. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $219. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
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April is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Seoul to New Chitose Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to New Chitose Airport (CTS). January is the most popular month to visit Sapporo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in December.
Before locking in your Seoul to CTS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
January has temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to New Chitose Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
After booking your flight from Seoul to New Chitose Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sapporo:
Your Sapporo visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions worth exploring include Hokkaido Shrine, Odori Park and Mount Moiwa Observation Deck.
Explore more of Japan
Aomori is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sapporo. Around 225 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Jomon Jiyukan, Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum.
Around 225 kilometres east of Sapporo, Kushiro is another favourite stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Kushiro Marsh Boardwalk Trail, Kushiro Art Museum, Hokkaido and Harutori-ko Nature Centre.