Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo is 8 hours 50 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Sapporo is one hour ahead of Kuala Lumpur.
With two weekly flights between the two airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the busiest route. AirAsia X operates the earliest flight at 23:55. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from KUL to CTS is with AirAsia X at 23:55.
Leave enough time to make your KUL to Sapporo flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo tickets are available for booking. New Chitose Airport (CTS) is where you'll be landing.
Book your favourite seat with AirAsia X. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from KUL to Sapporo with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near KUL? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sapporo
₹ 18,774 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ₹ 40,968. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from KUL to Sapporo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to the centre of Sapporo takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo. Book one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks before your flight from KUL to Sapporo.
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
The centre of Sapporo is around 10 kilometres from Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD). After your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 25 minutes or so.
Following your KUL to Sapporo flight, kick back at a hotel close to OKD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at OKD will save you money.
You can find Sapporo Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
December is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Sapporo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUL to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and -1ºC.
More about Sapporo
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sapporo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Odori Park, Hokkaido Shrine and Mount Moiwa Observation Deck are top sights which should be on every Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Sapporo, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Journey about 257 kilometres south to Aomori to check off its popular sights. From Jomon Jiyukan to Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Japan, consider Morioka, roughly 370 kilometres south of Sapporo. Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodai-ji Temple and Tsurugaike are highlights.
