Traveling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Sapporo is two hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your MEL to CTS flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Chitose Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MEL and CTS:
Narita International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Currently, $283 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $567. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to CTS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Chitose Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MEL to CTS.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Chitose Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MEL:
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Explore without limits with a New Chitose Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from car rental Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Sapporo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
From New Chitose Airport, Sapporo is approximately 56 kilometers away. It takes around 1 hour to get to the center driving.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Chitose Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Sapporo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New Chitose Airport for August if you want to visit Sapporo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to CTS in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Japan you'll want to see. About 113 kilometers north-east of Sapporo, a visit to Asahikawa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Around 386 kilometers south of Sapporo, Akita is another essential stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.