Travelling from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport is 5 hours 35 minutes.
Hong Kong's timezone is UTC+8, making Hong Kong one hour behind Sapporo.
Flights from CTS to HKG start from 15:25 — the first with Hong Kong Airlines. The last service of the day is at 17:15 with Cathay Pacific. In total, you can take your pick of 13 weekly New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your CTS to HKG flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Cathay Pacific offers direct flights from New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Hong Kong — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Cathay Pacific on this route.
Hong Kong Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates CTS to HKG flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CTS and HKG include:
Fukuoka Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Haneda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight is C$185. A return plane ticket is currently C$381. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CTS to HKG.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CTS to HKG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport.
Handy information about New Chitose Airport (CTS)
CTS's address is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
When it comes to New Chitose Airport's on-time performance, 69.64% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Sapporo to New Chitose Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking an early flight from New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to CTS:
Arriving at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HKG instead:
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Hong Kong International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The quietest month for a flight from New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Hong Kong based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from New Chitose Airport to Hong Kong International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Hong Kong during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CTS to HKG sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of China
You've visited Hong Kong, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 129 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to check off its leading sights. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in China, head for Shenzhen, roughly 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning are highlights.