Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Around 5 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo.
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9. The city is one hour ahead of Hong Kong, where Hong Kong International Airport is located.
The most popular flight route is from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to New Chitose Airport (CTS). You can choose from 19 services between these airports each week.
Leave plenty of time to catch your HKG to Sapporo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as February? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Begin your journey at HKG and fly straight to New Chitose Airport (CTS). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo tickets.
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo. Book your journey with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from HKG to Sapporo. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The journey from central Hong Kong to HKG takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near HKG? If you've booked an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from Hong Kong International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Sapporo
R 2,836 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 4,934. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from HKG to Sapporo by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) is around 48 kilometres from central Sapporo. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near CTS if you're coming in on a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from HKG to Sapporo.
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD) is about 10 kilometres from central Sapporo. Following your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.
Following your HKG to Sapporo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near OKD. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
You'll find Sapporo Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo. January is the busiest month to travel to Sapporo. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HKG to Sapporo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
More about Sapporo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Sapporo right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Sapporo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Odori Park, Hokkaido Shrine and Mount Moiwa Observation Deck are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Sapporo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey around 257 kilometres south to Aomori to tick off its top sights. From Jomon Jiyukan to Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of Japan, head for Morioka, roughly 370 kilometres south of Sapporo. Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodai-ji Temple and Tsurugaike are among its highlights.