Travelling from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Every week, there are 21 New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, jump on the 14:30 Fuji Dream Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 14:30 with Fuji Dream Airlines.
Your CTS to GAJ flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Fuji Dream Airlines is your gateway to discovering Yamagata (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Japan!). Browse the direct flights from New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Fuji Dream Airlines.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport. Many passengers pass through Haneda Airport when flying between CTS and GAJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport flight is C$93. A round-trip ticket right now is C$189. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from CTS to GAJ by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport.
Handy information about New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Of the departures from New Chitose Airport, 69.64% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach New Chitose Airport from central Sapporo, it takes about 1 hour by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CTS? If you're boarding an early flight from New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GAJ instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Yamagata Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Orix, NIPPON Rent A Car or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Yamagata's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Yamagata Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Yamagata Airport (GAJ) to central Yamagata
GAJ is located at 3008 Hanyu, Higashine.
Yamagata Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Yamagata. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
April is the busiest month for flights from New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Yamagata in April.
Before locking in your flight from New Chitose Airport to Yamagata Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Yamagata, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CTS to GAJ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Yamagata. Around 322 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you want to check out another side of Japan, head for Nagoya, about 467 kilometres south-west of Yamagata. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are key highlights.
