Traveling from Sapporo to Taipei: what you need to know
Sapporo's main base, Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS), is where countless awesome vacations begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Sapporo to Taipei.
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's chief entry points.
Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct Sapporo to Taipei flight.
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Sapporo.
You can pick from 46 services each week between Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) and Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE). This is the most popular route when booking flights from Sapporo to Taipei.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Sapporo to Taipei flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Taipei
To find cheap Sapporo to Taipei flights, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Sapporo to Taipei.
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Flying from Sapporo
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
Depart from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) on a nonstop flight from Sapporo to Taipei. From CTS, you can fly directly to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE).
Direct Sapporo to Taipei plane tickets are available from numerous airlines at CTS. Cruise the skies with one of these carriers:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Sapporo to Taipei flights departing from Sapporo Chitose Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
CTS is about 40 kilometers from central Sapporo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your vacation? Stay near Sapporo Chitose Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sapporo to Taipei or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sapporo Chitose Airport, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Arriving in Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 32 kilometers. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Sapporo to Taipei. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car rental and see more of Taipei and beyond.
Booking your ride from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
The center of Taipei is approximately 5 kilometers from Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Sapporo to Taipei has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the center in 25 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near TSA. Settle in and get cozy after your Sapporo to Taipei flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Taipei Sung Shan Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sapporo to Taipei. August is the busiest month for a trip to Taipei. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your Sapporo to Taipei tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Sapporo to Taipei in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
After booking your flight from Sapporo to Taipei, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Taipei 101 Observatory, TAIPEI 101 and Shilin Night Market are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taichung is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Taipei. Around 129 kilometers to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Tainan is another sought-after destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometers southwest of Taipei. No trip is complete without dropping by Chimei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Old Fort.