Travelling from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9. The city is one hour ahead of Denpasar, where Ngurah Rai International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your DPS to Sapporo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from DPS to Sapporo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
DPS is about 10 kilometres from central Denpasar. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near DPS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sapporo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ngurah Rai International Airport, data shows 66.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Sapporo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sapporo flight is R 2,014. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,244. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from DPS to Sapporo, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sapporo throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sapporo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Get your adventure underway 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 around two weeks before your flight from DPS to Sapporo can help you lock in the lowest rate.
The street address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
After your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sapporo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
After stepping off your DPS to Sapporo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near OKD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Okadama Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, バジェットレンタカー or Orix and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from OKD two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sapporo. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Sapporo in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sapporo flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DPS to Sapporo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
More about Sapporo
After booking your flight from Ngurah Rai 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:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are must-visits when exploring Sapporo.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres north-east of Sapporo, a visit to Asahikawa will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Akita is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No journey is complete without visiting Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.