Travelling from Hakodate Airport (HKD) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Approximately 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Hakodate Airport to Sapporo.
Hakodate (the location of Hakodate Airport) and Sapporo share the same timezone — UTC+9.
Hakodate Airport (HKD) to Okadama Airport (OKD) is the most popular route, with 38 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from HKD to OKD is with JAL at 19:15. Choose the first departure with JAL at 07:45 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid rushing for your HKD to Sapporo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
You can book a direct Hakodate Airport to Sapporo ticket. Begin your journey at HKD and end it at New Chitose Airport (CTS).
JAL is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Hakodate Airport to Sapporo.
Central Hakodate to HKD is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Hakodate Airport to Sapporo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to HKD:
Of all flights leaving Hakodate Airport, 62.78% land on schedule at their destination.
HKD is located at 511 Takamatsucho.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hakodate Airport (HKD) to Sapporo
C$60 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hakodate Airport to Sapporo flight. A return flight ticket right now is C$108. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from HKD to Sapporo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Hakodate Airport to Sapporo across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from HKD to Sapporo.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo takes around 1 hour by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hakodate Airport to Sapporo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Grab a New Chitose Airport rental car and explore Sapporo and beyond with your own wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from HKD to Sapporo can help you get the lowest rate.
The street address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Once your flight from Hakodate Airport to Sapporo has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your HKD to Sapporo flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Okadama Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, バジェットレンタカー or Orix and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from OKD two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Okadama Airport can be found at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Before scheduling your flights from Hakodate Airport to Sapporo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Sapporo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Hakodate Airport to Sapporo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKD to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hakodate Airport to Sapporo, browse our range of hotels including:
Odori Park and Sapporo TV Tower are a couple of top attractions to put on your Sapporo travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hokkaido Shrine.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Akita is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No journey is complete without seeing Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
