Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo is 10 hours 55 minutes.
Sapporo is two hours behind Sydney, where Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is located. Sapporo observes the UTC+9 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SYD to Sapporo flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Direct Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo tickets are available for booking. New Chitose Airport (CTS) is where you'll be landing.
Qantas is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from SYD to Sapporo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 8 kms (5 miles) from the centre of Sydney, SYD can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, 66% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Sapporo
£204 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo flight. A return ticket right now is £495. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SYD to Sapporo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across every month and pick up an epic deal.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) is around 48 kms (30 miles) from the centre of Sapporo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from SYD to Sapporo.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD) is around 10 kms (6 miles) from central Sapporo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the journey to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SYD to Sapporo flight:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Sapporo Okadama Airport can be found at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
December is the quietest month for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Sapporo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and -1ºC.
More about Sapporo
Once you've booked your flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Sapporo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sapporo:
Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are a couple of major attractions to put on your Sapporo travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at 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 taken in the sights of Sapporo. Around 257 kms (160 miles) away to the south, well-known attractions include Jomon Jiyukan, Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum.
Morioka is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 370 kms (230 miles) south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without experiencing Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodai-ji Temple and Tsurugaike.
