Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Sapporo is 9 hours ahead of Dublin, where Dublin Airport is located. Sapporo operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from DUB to Sapporo.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a flight from DUB to Sapporo, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a great option.
You won't need a visa for Japan if you hold a passport from Ireland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before locking in your flight tickets from Dublin Airport to Sapporo, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Located around 21 kilometres from central Dublin, DUB can be reached in approximately 29 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 9 minutes.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near DUB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dublin Airport to Sapporo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Sapporo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dublin Airport to Sapporo is C$620. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,228. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from DUB to Sapporo. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Dublin Airport to Sapporo.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo takes around 59 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dublin Airport to Sapporo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Sapporo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dublin Airport to Sapporo, it'll take you around 28 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to OKD. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from DUB to Sapporo:
Best time to go to Sapporo
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Dublin Airport to Sapporo while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Sapporo, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Dublin Airport to Sapporo for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flights from DUB to Sapporo sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sapporo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sapporo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Dublin Airport to Sapporo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are major attractions which should be on every Sapporo itinerary.
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