Travelling from Seoul to Sapporo: what you need to know
Seoul has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to Sapporo leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) is the primary arrival point in Sapporo.
Jump on a direct Seoul to Sapporo flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Seoul and Sapporo are in the UTC+9 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 55 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Seoul to Sapporo is with Jin Air at 15:20. Opt for the first ICN to CTS departure with Jeju Air at 07:20 to make the most of your arrival in Sapporo.
To ensure you board your Seoul to Sapporo flight, allow 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.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Sapporo
To secure cheap Seoul to Sapporo flights, book your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Seoul to Sapporo, you can leave from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Get from ICN to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) without any stops.
These are some of the major airlines offering direct Seoul to Sapporo plane tickets with departures from ICN:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Seoul to Sapporo flights departing from Incheon International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO)
Travelling from central Seoul to ICN takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Sapporo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
74% of flights that take off from Incheon International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Split up your Seoul to Sapporo flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Gimpo International Airport and Sapporo are:
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
You can reach GMP from the centre of Seoul in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seoul to Sapporo, stay in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Gimpo International Airport reach their destination on schedule. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 81%.
Arriving in Sapporo
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) is approximately 40 kilometres from central Sapporo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 45 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Sapporo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Travel at your own pace with a Sapporo Chitose Airport rental car. Book your wheels from car rental Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and chase adventure across Sapporo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Sapporo Chitose Airport about two weeks before your trip.
CTS is situated at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
Once your flight from Seoul to Sapporo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 6 kilometres from Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 25 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near OKD. Kick back after your Seoul to Sapporo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make picking up a Sapporo Okadama Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from OKD two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Sapporo Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
March is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Sapporo, while August is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Sapporo based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Seoul to Sapporo tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap flights from Seoul to Sapporo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Sapporo, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Hokkaido Jingu and Odori Park are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Sapporo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mt. Moiwa Summit Observation Deck.
Explore more of Japan
Aomori is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sapporo. Around 257 kilometres to the south, popular attractions include Jomon Jiyukan, Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Japan, consider Morioka, about 370 kilometres south of Sapporo. Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodaiji and Tsurugaike are the start of reasons to visit.
