Travelling from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Sapporo's main base, Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the major entry points.
Around 8 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur flight.
Kuala Lumpur is one hour behind Sapporo and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur is from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Take your pick of two services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CTS to KUL is the 09:40 AirAsia X service. If you prefer travelling later, the last available departure is at 09:40 with AirAsia X.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur
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Flying from Sapporo
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur, you can leave from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS). Fly from CTS to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) without any stops.
Check out the promotions with AirAsia X. This carrier offers direct Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur plane tickets out of CTS.
We make it easy to book a Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Sapporo Chitose Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
CTS is about 40 kilometres from central Sapporo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near Sapporo Chitose Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
71% of flights leaving from Sapporo Chitose Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Arriving in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 55 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near KUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 18 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to SZB. Tuck yourself in after your Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran make picking up a Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SZB one week in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
July is the busiest month for flights from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur. To escape the crowds, visit Kuala Lumpur in March.
Book a Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After booking your flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
Petronas Twin Towers and Sky Terrace KL Tower are just two of the big attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Warisan Merdeka Tower.