Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Sapporo.
Sapporo and Seoul (where Incheon International Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
With 61 flights a week between the two airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the busiest route. Jeju Air operates the earliest flight at 07:20. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from ICN to CTS is with Jin Air at 15:20.
To avoid rushing for your ICN to Sapporo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Incheon International Airport to Sapporo ticket. Start your trip at ICN and land at New Chitose Airport (CTS).
Direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Sapporo are offered by numerous airlines. Travel with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from ICN to Sapporo. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
ICN is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Sapporo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ICN:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Incheon International Airport, 54.5% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Sapporo
$103 is currently the best price for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Sapporo flight. Return flight tickets start at $279. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from ICN to Sapporo, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices 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 to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Incheon International Airport to Sapporo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sapporo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks before your flight from ICN to Sapporo can help you secure the lowest rate.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is around 8 kilometres from central Sapporo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Incheon International Airport to Sapporo, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
After stepping off your ICN to Sapporo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near OKD. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Okadama Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, バジェットレンタカー or Orix and get going in the blink of an eye.
Score the best price by securing your ride from OKD two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Okadama Airport is located at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Plan your trip to Sapporo in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Incheon International Airport to Sapporo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book an Incheon International Airport to Sapporo plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ICN 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
Once you've booked your flight from Incheon International Airport to Sapporo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sapporo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are top sights which should be on every Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Sapporo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Travel around 113 kilometres north-east to Asahikawa to check off its top sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering 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 the start of reasons to visit.