Travelling from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is located in Honolulu. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Sapporo is 19 hours ahead of Honolulu.
To avoid rushing for your HNL to Sapporo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from HNL to Sapporo with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Honolulu, HNL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 3 hours.
Booked an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Sapporo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near HNL:
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 84.42% of flights that depart HNL reach their destination on time.
The address for HNL is 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.
How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Sapporo
$460 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Sapporo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $936. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from HNL to Sapporo. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Sapporo ticket.
Picking up a cheap flight from HNL to Sapporo is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Sapporo by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) is around 56 kilometres from central Sapporo. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Sapporo. Book one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Grab 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 popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from New Chitose Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from HNL to Sapporo can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Central Sapporo is located around 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD). Once your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Sapporo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near OKD. Kick back and get cosy after your HNL to Sapporo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up an Okadama Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at OKD can help you lock in a better rate.
You can find Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Sapporo. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Sapporo in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
When booking your Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Sapporo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from HNL to Sapporo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
After booking your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Sapporo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sapporo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out 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
Asahikawa is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Japan, consider Akita, about 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are among its highlights.
