Travelling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9. The city is 13 hours ahead of Montreal, where Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your YUL to Sapporo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
YUL is about 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Sapporo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to YUL:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Sapporo
R 7,062 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Sapporo flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 11,247. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from YUL to Sapporo, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Sapporo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Travel at your own pace with a New Chitose Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and experience more of Sapporo and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from YUL to Sapporo.
The street address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
After your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Sapporo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
After stepping off your YUL to Sapporo flight, unwind at a hotel near OKD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make picking up an Okadama Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Sapporo. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Sapporo in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
Book a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Sapporo flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YUL 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 places to stay in Sapporo right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Sapporo:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are must-visits when exploring Sapporo.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Sapporo, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Travel around 113 kilometres north-east to Asahikawa to tick off its popular sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in 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.
