Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Sapporo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Sapporo 16 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YVR to CTS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
RM1,113 is the lowest price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM2,459. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YVR to CTS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to New Chitose Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from YVR to CTS.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to YVR? If you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to New Chitose Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Vancouver International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Follow your own route with a New Chitose Airport rental car. Book your wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and discover more of Sapporo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
New Chitose Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Sapporo. The drive time takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to New Chitose Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Sapporo in April.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to New Chitose Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YVR to CTS sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres north-east of Sapporo, a visit to Asahikawa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Japan, head for Akita, roughly 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are among the biggest draws.