Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Sapporo is 1 hour behind Brisbane, where Brisbane Airport is located. Sapporo operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from BNE to Sapporo. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to find a flight from BNE to Sapporo that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can visit Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Australia. But before booking your flight tickets from Brisbane Airport to Sapporo, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Brisbane, BNE can be reached in about 23 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BNE? If you've booked an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Sapporo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sapporo
C$394 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Brisbane Airport to Sapporo. A return flight starts at C$828. These fares may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from BNE to Sapporo, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Brisbane Airport to Sapporo is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is approximately 56 kilometres. It takes about 59 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Brisbane Airport to Sapporo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near CTS:
Okadama Airport (OKD)
As soon as your flight from Brisbane Airport to Sapporo has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 28 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is approximately 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
After your flight from BNE to Sapporo, unwind at a hotel near OKD. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Sapporo
June is the busiest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Sapporo. To avoid the crowds, head for Sapporo in April when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Sapporo, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BNE to Sapporo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and -1ºC on average.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Brisbane Airport to Sapporo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are leading attractions which should be on every Sapporo itinerary.
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