Travelling from Tokyo to Sapporo: what you need to know
Start your travels at one of Tokyo's main airports, Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Sapporo jetting off from either of these.
The chief entry points to Sapporo are New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Okadama Airport (OKD).
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Tokyo to Sapporo flight.
Sapporo's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Tokyo.
The most popular route for flights from Tokyo to Sapporo is from Haneda Airport (HND) to New Chitose Airport (CTS). There are 377 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HND to CTS is the 06:15 ANA service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the latest available service is at 21:30 with ANA.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Tokyo to Sapporo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Sapporo
$41 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Sapporo. A return flight starts at $104. These prices may change based on demand.
Lock in cheap Tokyo to Sapporo flights by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Tokyo to Sapporo is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
You can catch a direct flight from Tokyo to Sapporo departing from Haneda Airport (HND). Start your journey at HND and come in for landing at New Chitose Airport (CTS).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Tokyo to Sapporo plane tickets out of HND. Book your seat with one of these:
To reach HND from central Tokyo, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near Haneda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Sapporo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
73.52% of flights that depart Haneda Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Prefer to fly from Narita International Airport (NRT)? This hub offers direct flights from Tokyo to Sapporo, seamlessly connecting you to New Chitose Airport (CTS).
NRT has a range of airlines that offer direct Tokyo to Sapporo plane tickets. Hop on board with any of these carriers:
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to NRT from the centre of Tokyo in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo? Relax in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance of 70%. This figure reflects how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo takes about 1 hour to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to Sapporo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near CTS:
Grab a New Chitose Airport rental car and explore Sapporo and beyond with your own wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead of your Tokyo to Sapporo flight.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
After your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 6 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make collecting an Okadama Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo. June is the busiest month to travel to Sapporo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book a Tokyo to Sapporo ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sapporo to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and -1ºC.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are attractions you won't want to skip in Sapporo.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Sapporo, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Travel around 113 kilometres north-east to Asahikawa to tick off its leading sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo, Akita is another essential stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.