Flying from Vancouver to Sapporo: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Sapporo. Check out your options for flying out of Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Touch down at Sapporo's primary gateway, New Chitose Airport (CTS).
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of Vancouver.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Vancouver to Sapporo flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Sapporo
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Vancouver to Sapporo flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 11 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Sapporo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% land on time at their destination.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make taking an early Vancouver to Sapporo flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down as expected. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
Arriving in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) is approximately 40 kilometres from central Sapporo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Sapporo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car to explore Sapporo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Once your flight from Vancouver to Sapporo has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 6 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab an Okadama Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from OKD two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Sapporo. June is the busiest month to visit Sapporo. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Lock in a Vancouver to Sapporo ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sapporo to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Sapporo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Sapporo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are essential stops on your Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Sapporo, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Travel about 113 kilometres north-east to Asahikawa to check off its top sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, your itinerary will be busy.
Akita is another standout destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without a visit to Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
