Flying from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Osaka: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 57 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from New Chitose Airport to Osaka.
Sapporo (the location of New Chitose Airport) and Osaka share the same timezone — UTC+9.
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the most popular route, with 335 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from CTS to KIX is with ANA (All Nippon Airways) at 20:25. Opt for the first departure with ANA (All Nippon Airways) at 07:25 if you want to get going early.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from CTS to Osaka. A good rule of thumb is to arrive 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 lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can fly straight to Osaka departing from CTS. Arrive at one of these airports on your flight from New Chitose Airport to Osaka:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Itami Airport (ITM)
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Direct flights from New Chitose Airport to Osaka are operated by numerous airlines. Book your journey with one of these:
When flying within Japan, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to bring some form of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from New Chitose Airport to Osaka, make sure your ID is up to date.
To reach CTS from central Sapporo, it'll take about 59 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near CTS. Whether you're taking an early flight from New Chitose Airport to Osaka or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Osaka
C$55 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New Chitose Airport to Osaka. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$111. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from CTS to Osaka, reserve your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from New Chitose Airport to Osaka is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka is about 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from New Chitose Airport to Osaka. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Itami Airport (ITM)
After your flight from New Chitose Airport to Osaka has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 18 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near ITM. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from CTS to Osaka at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from New Chitose Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Osaka, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before booking a flight from New Chitose Airport to Osaka, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from CTS to Osaka sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
After locking in your flight from New Chitose Airport to Osaka, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Osaka must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Universal Studios Japan.
Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Osaka and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from New Chitose Airport to Osaka.