Flying from Seattle to New Chitose Airport (CTS): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll board your flight from Seattle to New Chitose Airport (CTS). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the two main airports in Seattle.
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of Seattle. New Chitose Airport is located in Sapporo.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Seattle to CTS. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to CTS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to New Chitose Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
81.27% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from SEA.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can reach LKE from central Seattle in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Seattle to CTS flight:
About New Chitose Airport (CTS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to New Chitose Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near CTS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Sapporo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Seattle to New Chitose Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to New Chitose Airport is R 6,834. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 14,206. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seattle to CTS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Seattle to New Chitose Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to New Chitose Airport (CTS). Visit Sapporo in April for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Seattle to CTS plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sapporo to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to New Chitose Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to New Chitose Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Sapporo when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Fushimi Inari Shrine followed by Hokkaido Shrine and Ganso Sapporo Ramen Street.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan you'll want to see. About 121 kilometres north-east of Sapporo, a trip to Asahikawa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Mount Asahi, Asahiyama Zoo and Zenko-ji Temple.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Japan, head for Aomori, about 225 kilometres south of Sapporo. Inari Shrine, Inari Shrine and Inari Shrine are highlights.