Flying from Naha Airport (OKA) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Naha Airport to Sapporo is 3 hours 45 minutes.
Sapporo and Okinawa (where Naha Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
With seven weekly departures between the two airports, Naha Airport (OKA) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the most popular route. Catch Peach Aviation's 12:45 flight to get your trip from OKA to CTS underway.
To avoid missing your OKA to Sapporo flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Naha Airport to Sapporo ticket. Start your trip at OKA and touch down at New Chitose Airport (CTS).
Take to the skies with Peach Aviation. This popular airline operates direct flights from Naha Airport to Sapporo.
OKA is around 23 kilometres from central Okinawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near OKA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Naha Airport to Sapporo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
72.17% of flights that depart Naha Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find OKA at 150 Kagamizu, Naha.
How to find the cheapest flights from Naha Airport (OKA) to Sapporo
R 1,544 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Naha Airport to Sapporo flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 3,327. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To secure cheap flights from OKA to Sapporo, book your trip one month before your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Naha Airport to Sapporo tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo takes about 1 hour by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Naha Airport to Sapporo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Hit the road running 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 main sights.
Booking your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks before your flight from OKA to Sapporo can help you get the lowest rate.
The street address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
The centre of Sapporo is located around 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD). After your flight from Naha Airport to Sapporo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your OKA to Sapporo flight:
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make collecting an Okadama Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from OKD two weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Okadama Airport can be found at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Naha Airport to Sapporo. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Sapporo in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Naha Airport to Sapporo flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OKA to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
Once you've booked your flight from Naha Airport to Sapporo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sapporo:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are essential stops on your Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo, Akita is another essential stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
