Flying from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Taipei: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from New Chitose Airport to Taipei.
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is one hour behind Sapporo, where New Chitose Airport is located.
The most popular flight route is from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). There are 46 services between these airports every week.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your CTS to Taipei flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Direct New Chitose Airport to Taipei tickets are available for booking. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) will be where your journey ends.
These are some of the most well-known carriers operating direct flights from New Chitose Airport to Taipei:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from CTS to Taipei. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The journey from central Sapporo to CTS takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kms (25 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from New Chitose Airport to Taipei? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CTS:
Of all flights departing from New Chitose Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
How to find the cheapest flights from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Taipei
The lowest price we've found for a one-way New Chitose Airport to Taipei flight is £60. The cheapest price for a return flight is £154. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CTS to Taipei if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from New Chitose Airport to Taipei throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap flight from CTS to Taipei is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from New Chitose Airport to Taipei.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 40 kms (25 miles). It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from New Chitose Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from CTS to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is roughly 6 kms (4 miles) from central Taipei. Once you've hopped off your flight from New Chitose Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The journey will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Following your CTS to Taipei flight, rest your head at a hotel near TSA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TSA will save you money.
Best time to go to Taipei
February is the most popular month for flights from New Chitose Airport to Taipei. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Taipei in December.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your New Chitose Airport to Taipei plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 18ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from CTS to Taipei around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New Chitose Airport to Taipei, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Taipei 101, Taipei 101 Observatory and Shilin Night Market are essential stops on your Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Taiwan waiting to be explored. About 129 kms (80 miles) southwest of Taipei, a trip to Taichung will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Taiwan, consider Tainan, roughly 257 kms (160 miles) southwest of Taipei. Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort are highlights.