Travelling from Haneda Airport (HND) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Haneda Airport to Sapporo is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Sapporo and Tokyo (where Haneda Airport is located) are in the UTC+9 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Haneda Airport (HND) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the most traveled route, with 377 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from HND to CTS is with ANA at 21:30. Opt for the first departure with ANA at 06:15 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid missing your HND to Sapporo flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Haneda Airport to Sapporo tickets are available for booking. New Chitose Airport (CTS) will be your arrival point.
Choose from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Haneda Airport to Sapporo. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Central Tokyo to HND is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a hotel close to HND? If you're catching an early flight from Haneda Airport to Sapporo, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Haneda Airport, 73.52% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
How to find the cheapest flights from Haneda Airport (HND) to Sapporo
P1,409 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Haneda Airport to Sapporo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P5,131. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from HND to Sapporo, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Haneda Airport to Sapporo tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to the centre of Sapporo takes around 1 hour by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Think about booking a hotel near CTS if you're coming in on a late flight from Haneda Airport to Sapporo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Grab a New Chitose Airport rental car and discover Sapporo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from HND to Sapporo.
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Central Sapporo is around 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD). After your flight from Haneda Airport to Sapporo has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your HND to Sapporo flight:
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make collecting an Okadama Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from OKD two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Visit Sapporo in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Haneda Airport to Sapporo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Haneda Airport to Sapporo plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HND to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sapporo right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Haneda Airport to Sapporo:
Odori Park and Sapporo TV Tower are a couple of big attractions to put on your Sapporo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hokkaido Shrine.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Japan, head for Akita, about 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are key reasons to visit.