Flying from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 8 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sendai Airport to Sapporo.
Sapporo and Sendai (where Sendai Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
With 132 weekly flights between the two airports, Sendai Airport (SDJ) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the most popular route. Japan Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:40. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from SDJ to CTS is with Japan Airlines at 20:35.
To ensure you get on your flight from SDJ to Sapporo, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Sendai Airport to Sapporo that touches down at New Chitose Airport (CTS).
You'll find a good selection of carriers that operate direct flights from Sendai Airport to Sapporo, such as:
After booking your flight tickets from Sendai Airport to Sapporo, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within Japan. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.
SDJ is approximately 23 kilometres from central Sendai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to SDJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Sendai Airport to Sapporo, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Sapporo
C$48 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sendai Airport to Sapporo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$107. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap tickets from SDJ to Sapporo, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sendai Airport to Sapporo. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo takes about 59 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel close to CTS if you're catching a late flight from Sendai Airport to Sapporo. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Sapporo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sendai Airport to Sapporo, it'll take you around 28 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from SDJ to Sapporo:
Best time to go to Sapporo
June is the most popular month for flights from Sendai Airport to Sapporo. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Sapporo in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Sendai Airport to Sapporo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flights from SDJ to Sapporo sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sapporo
Once you've booked your flight from Sendai Airport to Sapporo, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sapporo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Sapporo itinerary.
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