Flying from London to New Chitose Airport (CTS): What you need to know
When planning your flight from London to New Chitose Airport (CTS), you'll have your choice of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Sapporo is nine hours ahead of London. New Chitose Airport is located in Sapporo, which follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Your flight from London to CTS won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to CTS. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from London to New Chitose Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). It's a key transfer point for flights from London to New Chitose Airport (CTS) out of London Gatwick Airport.
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your London to CTS flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to New Chitose Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to New Chitose Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Grab a New Chitose Airport rental car and explore Sapporo and beyond with your own wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your London to New Chitose Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
At the moment, R 6,542 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to New Chitose Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,408. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to CTS, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest London to New Chitose Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Sapporo. June is when most people book flights from London to New Chitose Airport (CTS), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your London to CTS plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to New Chitose Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Sapporo right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from London to New Chitose Airport:
Your visit to Sapporo isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that are worth your time include Fushimi Inari Shrine, Hokkaido Shrine and Ganso Sapporo Ramen Street.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sapporo. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Mount Asahi, Asahiyama Zoo and Zenko-ji Temple.
Aomori is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 225 kilometres south of Sapporo. No journey is complete without experiencing Inari Shrine, Inari Shrine and Inari Shrine.
