Traveling from Bangkok to Sapporo: what you need to know
Bangkok has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Sapporo flying out of Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Hop off the plane at Sapporo's major arrival point, New Chitose Airport (CTS).
The average duration of a direct Bangkok to Sapporo flight is 6 hours 40 minutes.
Sapporo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Sapporo two hours ahead of Bangkok.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Bangkok to Sapporo with Thai AirAsia X at 01:20. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from BKK to CTS is with Thai Airways International at 23:55.
Leave enough time to get on your Bangkok to Sapporo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Sapporo
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Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Take off from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) on a nonstop flight from Bangkok to Sapporo. From BKK, you can land directly at New Chitose Airport (CTS).
Lock in your Bangkok to Sapporo plane tickets with Thai Airways International. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from BKK.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Bangkok to Sapporo flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Take a break from traveling at one of these popular options:
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Located around 27 kilometers from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Sapporo, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on schedule at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can catch a direct flight from Bangkok to Sapporo departing from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Kick off your travels at DMK and touch down at New Chitose Airport (CTS).
Book a direct Bangkok to Sapporo plane ticket with Thai AirAsia X. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of DMK.
Split up your Bangkok to Sapporo flight with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and Sapporo are:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You can reach DMK from central Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 21 kilometers or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bangkok to Sapporo, stay in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
Arriving in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo takes about 1 hour to reach by car. The center is roughly 40 kilometers away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Sapporo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near CTS:
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 top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your Bangkok to Sapporo flight.
CTS is situated at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
After your flight from Bangkok to Sapporo has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city center in about 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 6 kilometers from Okadama Airport (OKD).
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab an Okadama Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from OKD two weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You can find Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
June is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Sapporo. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Sapporo in April.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Bangkok to Sapporo ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok 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
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sapporo right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Sapporo:
Sapporo TV Tower and Odori Park are just two of the major attractions to put on your Sapporo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hokkaido Shrine.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometers north-east of Sapporo, a visit to Asahikawa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Akita is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometers south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without dropping by Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.