Travelling from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Shanghai. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS) departing from here.
3 hours 25 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Shanghai to New Chitose Airport flight.
New Chitose Airport is located in Sapporo. The city operates on the UTC+9 timezone and is one hour ahead of Shanghai.
The busiest route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to New Chitose Airport (CTS), with 18 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from PVG to CTS is the 8am China Eastern Airlines option. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 1:05pm with China Eastern Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to CTS, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can find a direct flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS) leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Popular airlines that offer direct flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport leaving from PVG include:
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with China Eastern from PVG to CTS.
With 79.23% of its services landing as planned, China Eastern is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Shanghai to CTS with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between PVG and CTS include:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The journey from central Shanghai to PVG takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
82% of flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from PVG.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport. Check out these connections between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and CTS:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in about 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Shanghai to CTS flight? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 85%.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
For the best deal, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Shanghai to New Chitose Airport flight.
The street address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
Central Sapporo is around 48 kms (30 miles) from New Chitose Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
£75 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport. Return flights start at £156. These prices may change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Shanghai to CTS. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Shanghai to New Chitose Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
December is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS), while January is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Sapporo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Shanghai to CTS plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sapporo to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and -1ºC.
More about Sapporo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Sapporo right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport:
Your Sapporo visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that are worth your time include Hokkaido Shrine, Odori Park and Mount Moiwa Observation Deck.
Explore more of Japan
Aomori is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen Sapporo. Around 225 kms (140 miles) away to the south, top sights here include Jomon Jiyukan, Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Japan, consider Kushiro, roughly 225 kms (140 miles) east of Sapporo. Kushiro Marsh Boardwalk Trail, Kushiro Art Museum, Hokkaido and Harutori-ko Nature Centre are key highlights.