Travelling from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from New Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Busan's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Sapporo.
Flights from CTS to PUS start at 11:50 — the earliest with Air Busan. The last departure is at 17:10 with Jin Air. In total, you can choose from 17 weekly New Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your CTS to PUS flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Busan (and then exploring more of South Korea!) is easy with Air Busan. This popular airline offers direct flights from New Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Air Busan.
Jin Air stands out as the most punctual carrier for CTS to PUS flights, with 86.89% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from New Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between CTS and PUS:
Fukuoka Airport
Narita International Airport
Kansai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way New Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight is RM187. A return fare is currently RM334. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from CTS to PUS by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from New Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about New Chitose Airport (CTS)
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Of the flights that depart from New Chitose Airport, 69.64% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Sapporo to New Chitose Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Have an early flight from New Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CTS:
Arriving at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late New Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PUS instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Gimhae International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car or HI RENT A CAR and experience more of Busan and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Gimhae International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Gimhae International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Busan. The time it takes to get there by ride-share or cab will depend on the time of day, so do a little research beforehand.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from New Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Busan. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from New Chitose Airport to Gimhae International Airport for August if you want to visit Busan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CTS to PUS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Korea
You've visited Busan, now it's time to discover other parts of South Korea. Journey around 322 kilometres north-west to Seoul to tick off its leading attractions. From Gyeongbokgung Palace to Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in South Korea, head for Incheon, about 354 kilometres north-west of Busan. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are among the biggest draws.