Travelling from Chicago to Sapporo: what you need to know
Chicago is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Sapporo departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Hop off the plane at New Chitose Airport (CTS), the chief entry point to Sapporo.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Chicago 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 August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You don't need a visa for Japan if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before organizing your cheap flights from Chicago to Sapporo, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Chicago to Sapporo that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 54 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to Sapporo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chicago to Sapporo, here's where you can stop when taking off from O'Hare International Airport:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Chicago to Sapporo? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to the centre of Sapporo is about 59 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
Consider booking a hotel close to CTS if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Sapporo. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is about 8 kilometres from central Sapporo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Chicago to Sapporo, expect a drive time of approximately 28 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
There are some cozy hotels ready to welcome you near OKD. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Chicago to Sapporo at one of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Sapporo
C$642 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Sapporo. Return flights start at C$1,395. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to Sapporo, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Chicago to Sapporo.
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Best time to go to Sapporo
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Sapporo, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Sapporo based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Schedule your flight from Chicago to Sapporo for August if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sapporo to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Sapporo in January if you like 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 perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Sapporo, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are leading attractions which should feature on any good Sapporo itinerary.
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