Flying from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport (HKD): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Sapporo's main airports, New Chitose Airport (CTS) or Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport (HKD) departing from either of these.
40 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Sapporo to Hakodate Airport flight.
Hakodate's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Sapporo. Hakodate Airport is located in Hakodate.
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Hakodate Airport (HKD) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with ANA at 5:55pm. Go for the first CTS to HKD departure operated by ANA at 10:50am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Your flight from Sapporo to HKD won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like January and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
You can take a direct flight from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport (HKD) out of New Chitose Airport (CTS).
You'll find a direct flight from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport with ANA. This well-known airline operates services from CTS.
Most passengers choose to fly with ANA (All Nippon Airways) between CTS and HKD.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is ANA (All Nippon Airways). Its services arrive without delay 73.77% of the time.
CTS is around 48 kilometers from central Sapporo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near New Chitose Airport:
71% of flights departing from New Chitose Airport make it to their destination on time.
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
Consider flying out of Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD). You can book a direct Sapporo to Hakodate Airport (HKD) plane ticket with departures from here.
From OKD, direct flights from Sapporo to HKD can be booked with JAL.
On the OKD to HKD route, J-Air is the go-to airline for most travelers on this route.
With 71.12% of its services landing as planned, J-Air is the most punctual carrier flying between Sapporo Okadama Airport and Hakodate Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Sapporo to OKD in about 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 10 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Sapporo to HKD flight? Check in to a hotel near Sapporo Okadama Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
74% of all departures from Sapporo Okadama Airport arrive according to schedule.
The address for OKD is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
About Hakodate Airport (HKD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HKD instead:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Sapporo to Hakodate Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
The address for HKD is 511 Takamatsucho.
Getting from Hakodate Airport (HKD) to central Hakodate
From Hakodate Airport, central Hakodate is around 14 kilometers away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city center by car.
Traveling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport (HKD)
At the moment, $32 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $64. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Sapporo to HKD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport (HKD)
March is the busiest month for flights from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport (HKD). Visit Hakodate in December for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Hakodate is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Sapporo to HKD plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport in February when temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about Hakodate
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Hakodate right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Sapporo to Hakodate Airport:
Ono River Cherry Blossom Avenue and Mt. Hakodate Observatory are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Hakodate travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mount Hakodate.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Hakodate, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Travel about 105 kilometers south to Aomori to check off its popular sights. From Jomon Jiyukan to Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Morioka is another essential stop in Japan and is around 225 kilometers south of Hakodate. No journey is complete without a visit to Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodai-ji Temple and Tsurugaike.