Travelling from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kaohsiung Airport (KHH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kaohsiung Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 30 minutes.
Kaohsiung's timezone is UTC+8, making Kaohsiung one hour behind Sapporo.
You can take your pick of six weekly Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kaohsiung Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your CTS to KHH flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Thai LionAir is your ticket to exploring Kaohsiung (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Taiwan!). Browse the direct flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kaohsiung Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Thai LionAir on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kaohsiung Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between CTS and KHH:
Tokyo Narita Airport
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport
Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kaohsiung Airport (KHH)
Right now, $221 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kaohsiung Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $461. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from CTS to KHH, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kaohsiung Airport.
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Handy information about Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
71% of flights taking off from Sapporo Chitose Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Sapporo Chitose Airport from central Sapporo, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near CTS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kaohsiung Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Kaohsiung Airport (KHH)
Consider staying in a hotel near KHH if you have a late Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kaohsiung Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Kaohsiung Airport rental car. Book your wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or Holiday and venture far and wide through Kaohsiung and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kaohsiung Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Kaohsiung Airport (KHH) to central Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Kaohsiung. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kaohsiung Airport (KHH)
April is the most popular month for flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kaohsiung Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Kaohsiung in March.
The warmest month in Kaohsiung is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Sapporo Chitose Airport to Kaohsiung Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CTS to KHH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kaohsiung. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei 101 and Shilin Night Market.
Around 177 kilometres north of Kaohsiung, Taichung is another favourite stop in Taiwan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.