Flying from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9. The city is two hours ahead of Hanoi, where Noi Bai International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your HAN to Sapporo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from HAN to Sapporo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Hanoi, HAN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near HAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Sapporo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the flights that depart from Noi Bai International Airport, 75.32% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Sapporo
R 3,153 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Noi Bai International Airport to Sapporo flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 5,701. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from HAN to Sapporo, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Noi Bai International Airport to Sapporo across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Sapporo by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Sapporo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CTS:
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 and explore beyond Sapporo's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride from New Chitose Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from HAN to Sapporo.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Once your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Sapporo has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near OKD. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your HAN to Sapporo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab an Okadama Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Plan your trip to Sapporo in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Sapporo during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Noi Bai International Airport to Sapporo flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HAN to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Sapporo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Sapporo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are highlights which should feature on any good Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres north-east of Sapporo, a trip to Asahikawa will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo, Akita is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
