Travelling from Sapporo to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Sapporo's main base, New Chitose Airport (CTS), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Sapporo to Cairns Airport (CNS).
Cairns is 1 hour ahead of Sapporo. Cairns Airport is located in Cairns, which operates on the UTC+10 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Sapporo to CNS, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Sapporo to CNS. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New Chitose Airport (CTS). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Haneda Airport (HND)
From the centre of Sapporo, CTS is around 56 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near New Chitose Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sapporo to Cairns Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sapporo to Cairns Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Cairns. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Cairns Airport is $422. The cheapest price for a return flight is $826. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find flight tickets from Sapporo to CNS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Finding flight tickets from Sapporo to Cairns Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Sapporo to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Sapporo to Cairns Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Cairns, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Cairns. The warmest month is January. Book your flights from Sapporo to CNS during then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
Visit in August if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 16ºC and 25ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Sapporo to Cairns Airport.
More about Cairns
Start your Cairns trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sapporo to Cairns Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station and Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Cairns must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Cairns Botanic Gardens.
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