Flying from Tokyo to Sapporo: what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Tokyo's main airports, Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT). Check out your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Sapporo setting off from either of these bases.
The major gateways to Sapporo are New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Okadama Airport (OKD).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 41 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Tokyo to Sapporo. These two cities share the same timezone (UTC+9).
With 912 flights a week between the two airports, Haneda Airport (HND) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Tokyo to Sapporo with ANA at 06:25. If you're keen to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from HND to CTS is with ANA at 21:30.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Once you've booked cheap flights from Tokyo to Sapporo, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're flying within Japan. As long as you have another valid form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.
Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Tokyo to Sapporo, you can board one at Haneda Airport (HND). Travel from HND to New Chitose Airport (CTS) in one continuous trip.
At HND, you'll find a good selection of carriers operating direct flights from Tokyo to Sapporo, such as:
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Tokyo to Sapporo that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Haneda Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Kushiro Airport (KUH)
Hakodate Airport (HKD)
Akita Airport (AXT)
HND is approximately 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 16 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Haneda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Sapporo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Another option is to book a direct flight from Tokyo to Sapporo out of Narita International Airport (NRT). Services from NRT will take you straight to New Chitose Airport (CTS).
You can board a direct flight from Tokyo to Sapporo with Jetstar Japan. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of NRT.
Break up your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Haneda Airport and Sapporo include:
Kushiro Airport (KUH)
Hakodate Airport (HKD)
Akita Airport (AXT)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to NRT from Tokyo's centre in about 58 minutes. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo, unwind in one of these hotels near Narita International Airport:
Arriving in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) is around 56 kilometres from central Sapporo. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 59 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tokyo to Sapporo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Sapporo. After your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo, expect a drive time of approximately 28 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
There are some comfortable stays where you can rest ahead of your adventure near OKD. Settle in after your flight from Tokyo to Sapporo at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Sapporo
Right now, C$40 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Sapporo. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$93. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Tokyo to Sapporo, reserve your journey 10 months ahead of the departure date.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Tokyo to Sapporo. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flights from Tokyo to Sapporo every day.
Play around with filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tokyo to Sapporo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Sapporo
June is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Sapporo. To skip the crowds, go to Sapporo in April.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Tokyo to Sapporo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Sapporo around that time if you'd rather travel 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 Tokyo to Sapporo, check out our range of hotels including:
Sapporo TV Tower and Odori Park are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Sapporo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hokkaido Shrine.
Complete your Sapporo trip with a car rental
Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Tokyo to Sapporo. Whether you're looking for a compact ride, roomy sedan or something more luxurious, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.