Flying from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Sapporo. New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) taking off from here.
Melbourne is 2 hours ahead of Sapporo. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne, which operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Sapporo to MEL.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Sapporo to MEL departing from New Chitose Airport (CTS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
From central Sapporo, CTS is approximately 56 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near New Chitose Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Book a hotel close to MEL if you're catching a late flight from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 28 minutes.
It'll take around 42 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
C$391 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Return flights start from C$879. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to get flight tickets from Sapporo to MEL. You're more likely to land a great deal and have more options for departure times and travel dates.
Finding flight tickets from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Melbourne. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Book your flight from Sapporo to MEL for January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
After locking in your flight from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are attractions you won't want to skip in Melbourne.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Sapporo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Melbourne and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.
