Travelling from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9. The city is 15 hours ahead of Edmonton, where Edmonton International Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your YEG to Sapporo flight.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Travelling from central Edmonton to YEG takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near YEG? If you've booked an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Sapporo, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to Edmonton International Airport's on-time performance, 69.55% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Sapporo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Sapporo flight is R 6,880. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,915. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YEG to Sapporo, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Sapporo. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Sapporo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Pick up 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 leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from YEG to Sapporo can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
The centre of Sapporo is around 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD). After your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Sapporo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near OKD. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your YEG to Sapporo flight at any of these well-located options:
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make picking up an Okadama Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Sapporo. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can be busy. Go to Sapporo in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book an Edmonton International Airport to Sapporo flight 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).
Search for cheap tickets from YEG to Sapporo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
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 Edmonton International Airport to Sapporo, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are major attractions which should be on any good Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres north-east of Sapporo, a trip to Asahikawa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
If there's time to check out another side of Japan, head for Akita, roughly 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are key reasons to visit.