Travelling from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ): what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ). Explore your options for setting off from New Chitose Airport (CTS) or Okadama Airport (OKD), two of the city's main airports.
The average duration of a direct flight from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Komatsu's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Sapporo. Komatsu Airport is located in Komatsu.
The most popular route is from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Komatsu Airport (KMQ), with 8 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CTS to KMQ is the 14:40 ANA (All Nippon Airways) option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 14:40 with ANA (All Nippon Airways).
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Sapporo to KMQ.
Popular months like June or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Get to your destination in one go from New Chitose Airport (CTS). Direct flights from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ) can be booked from here.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport taking off from CTS.
CTS is around 56 kilometres from central Sapporo. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near New Chitose Airport:
About Komatsu Airport (KMQ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KMQ instead:
Getting from Komatsu Airport (KMQ) to central Komatsu
Komatsu Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Komatsu. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 9 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ)
For a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport, $150 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $305. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
Book 2 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from Sapporo to KMQ.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport (KMQ)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Komatsu. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Komatsu is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Sapporo to KMQ in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Komatsu
Once you've booked your flight from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Komatsu:
One of the best ways to get to know Komatsu is to check out its most popular attractions. Highlights include Natadera Temple, Yunokuni no Mori and Kibagata Park.
Complete your Komatsu trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Sapporo to Komatsu Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Komatsu. Check out the offers and easily compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.