Sapporo, Japan

Sapporo: airports, things to do and where to stay

Sapporo, Hokkaido's capital, is known for its snow festival, beer, ramen and wide, grid-planned streets.

Sapporo airports

Sapporo, Japan

Sapporo, Japan

New Chitose Airport (CTS)

New Chitose Airport airport is about 42 km from central Sapporo.

Train
JR Rapid Airport trains run directly to Sapporo Station in about 35-40 minutes, several times an hour.
Limousine Bus
Coaches serve central Sapporo and nearby ski resorts such as Niseko, useful outside the rail line.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal; the ride to central Sapporo takes about 50-60 minutes depending on traffic.

Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)

Sapporo Okadama Airport airport is about 7 km from central Sapporo.

Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal, or can be booked in advance; agree the fare before getting in.
Bus
A shuttle or limousine bus connects the airport with the centre of Sapporo, timed around flights.

Sapporo

A white wooden building from 1878, one of the city's best-known historic landmarks.

A long park running through the centre, host to the Snow Festival and summer beer gardens.

Which airport serves Sapporo?

Sapporo is served by New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD).

How far is the airport from central Sapporo?

New Chitose Airport airport is about 42 km from central Sapporo.

How do I get from the airport to central Sapporo?

From New Chitose Airport airport you can take Train, Limousine Bus (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

What are the must-sees in Sapporo?

Highlights of Sapporo include Sapporo Clock Tower and Odori Park.

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