Traveling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Expect to be traveling for 8 hours 50 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Sapporo is one hour ahead of Kuala Lumpur.
The most popular route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to New Chitose Airport (CTS). You can choose from two services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KUL to CTS is the 23:55 AirAsia X option. If you prefer traveling later, the last departure is at 23:55 with AirAsia X.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your KUL to Sapporo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your trip at KUL and travel straight to New Chitose Airport (CTS). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo tickets.
Keep an eye out for promotions from AirAsia X. This carrier operates direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from KUL to Sapporo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Located around 48 kilometers from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Traveling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel close to KUL? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, 58.65% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sapporo
$158 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo flight. Return flight tickets start from $318. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from KUL to Sapporo.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to the center of Sapporo takes about 1 hour by car. The center is roughly 56 kilometers away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Begin your adventure by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from car rental Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Sapporo's main sights.
Reserving your ride from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from KUL to Sapporo can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
After your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo has hit the runway, you can get to the city center in around 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 8 kilometers from Okadama Airport (OKD).
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near OKD. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your KUL to Sapporo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make picking up an Okadama Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at OKD will save you money.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Visit Sapporo during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUL to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sapporo, explore our selection of hotels including:
Odori Park and Sapporo TV Tower are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Sapporo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hokkaido Shrine.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sapporo. Around 113 kilometers away to the north-east, its top attractions include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Japan, consider Akita, about 386 kilometers south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are key reasons to visit.