Travelling from London to Sapporo: what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Sapporo, you'll have your pick of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
New Chitose Airport (CTS) is where you'll be landing in Sapporo.
Sapporo is nine hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your London to Sapporo flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sapporo
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap London to Sapporo flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from London to Sapporo.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a cinch to find a London to Sapporo flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from London to Sapporo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about adding a stop at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). It's a key stopover on a London to Sapporo flight out of London Gatwick Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a quick break to freshen up at the airport.
You can get to LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Sapporo:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 48 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Sapporo flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
Arriving in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 40 kilometers. It'll take you around 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Sapporo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car to explore Sapporo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from New Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is about 6 kilometres from central Sapporo. Following your flight from London to Sapporo, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab an Okadama Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at OKD can help you lock in a better rate.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London to Sapporo. June is the most popular month to travel to Sapporo. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your London to Sapporo ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Sapporo right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to Sapporo:
Sapporo TV Tower and Odori Park are just two of the big attractions to put on your Sapporo must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hokkaido Shrine.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres north-east of Sapporo, a visit to Asahikawa will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Akita is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without dropping by Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.