Flying from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Sapporo is 13 hours ahead of Toronto.
Leave enough time to make your YYZ to Sapporo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more 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.
YYZ is around 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near YYZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Sapporo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, 63.97% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Sapporo
R 6,971 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Sapporo flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 15,471. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from YYZ to Sapporo, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to the centre of Sapporo takes about 1 hour by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Pearson International Airport to Sapporo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CTS:
Grab a New Chitose Airport rental car and discover Sapporo and beyond with your own wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from YYZ to Sapporo.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Sapporo. Following your flight from Pearson International Airport to Sapporo, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your YYZ to Sapporo flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab an Okadama Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Plan your trip to Sapporo during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Pearson International Airport to Sapporo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Pearson International Airport to Sapporo flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YYZ 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 searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Sapporo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Pearson International Airport to Sapporo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are popular attractions which should feature on any good Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Sapporo, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Journey 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'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Japan, consider Akita, roughly 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are key highlights.