Travelling from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ): What you need to know
Start your trip at New Chitose Airport (CTS), the main airport in Sapporo. Look for flights from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ) that leave from this base.
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Sapporo to Komatsu Airport flight.
Komatsu Airport is located in Komatsu. The city's timezone is UTC+9 — the same as Sapporo.
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Komatsu Airport (KMQ) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. Get from CTS to KMQ on ANA's 2:45pm departure.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sapporo to KMQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ) depart from this terminal.
ANA is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport taking off from CTS.
Most travellers choose to book seats with ANA (All Nippon Airways) from CTS to KMQ.
The top on-time carrier on this route is ANA (All Nippon Airways). Its services arrive as scheduled 68.85% of the time.
CTS is about 48 kilometres from central Sapporo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to New Chitose Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from New Chitose Airport, 69% touch down on time at their destination.
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
You can arrive at OKD from central Sapporo in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Sapporo to KMQ flight? Check in to a hotel near Sapporo Okadama Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
75% of flights out of Sapporo Okadama Airport meet their expected arrival time.
OKD is located at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
About Komatsu Airport (KMQ)
Consider staying in a hotel near KMQ if you're catching a late flight from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Komatsu Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and experience more of Komatsu and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around three weeks before your Sapporo to Komatsu Airport flight.
You'll find KMQ at Yo21 Ukiyanagimachi.
Getting from Komatsu Airport (KMQ) to central Komatsu
The centre of Komatsu is about 3 kilometres from Komatsu Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport is ₹ 7,206. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 19,442. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from Sapporo to KMQ, book your ticket six months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Sapporo to Komatsu Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ)
October is the busiest month for flights from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ). Plan your visit to Komatsu in September if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Sapporo to KMQ plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Komatsu to range from 22ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 8ºC.
More about Komatsu
Start your Komatsu trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Ancient Cherry Blossoms at Ugawa and Natadera are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Komatsu must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Aratama Canyon.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Komatsu, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Travel about 209 kilometres southwest to Osaka to tick off its top attractions. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 145 kilometres south of Komatsu. Nagoya Castle, Sakura Park and Ninomaru Garden are key highlights.
