What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Sapporo?

China Eastern operates the most flights from New Zealand to Sapporo at 0 per week, while Cathay Pacific is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from New Zealand to Sapporo. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

Which airports serve Sapporo?

Flights to Sapporo arrive at: Sapporo Chitose (CTS) and Sapporo Okadama (OKD).

Which airports serve Sapporo and the surrounding area?

Flights to Sapporo can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Sapporo Chitose (CTS) and Sapporo Okadama (OKD). Nearby alternatives within 80.5 km of Sapporo include Sapporo Chitose (CTS). This airport is not in Sapporo itself but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and onward travel plans.

How do I know if a flight to Sapporo is a good deal?

A good deal on a flight to Sapporo is around $1,760 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

What is the cheapest flight to Sapporo?

Auckland to Sapporo is the cheapest route at $1,583 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Sapporo?

On average, a return flight from New Zealand to Sapporo costs $2,038, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Christchurch average $1,699, while Auckland runs a bit higher at $2,064.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Sapporo?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Sapporo at $1,881 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at $2,632.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Sapporo?

Evening flights to Sapporo are the cheapest at $1,844 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $2,123.

What is a good deal for flights to Sapporo?

Flights under $1,760 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Sapporo at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from: •Christchurch $1,491.

What are the most popular airlines flying to Sapporo?

Cathay Pacific is the most popular airline flying to Sapporo among KAYAK users, followed by China Airlines and Qantas Airways.

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Sat, 30 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

20:50 - 09:40AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

40h 50m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

14:40 - 19:10CTS Sapporo Chitose-AKL Auckland Intl

24h 30m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane

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24h 30m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane

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Tue, 26 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

20:50 - 13:20AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

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Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

14:55 - 13:10AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

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16:30 - 15:00AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

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06:10 - 15:00AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

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14:55 - 16:00AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

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38h 00m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Hong Kong Intl

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16:30 - 15:00AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

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Wed, 27 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

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20:50 - 09:40AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

40h 50m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

14:40 - 19:10CTS Sapporo Chitose-AKL Auckland Intl

24h 30m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane

$1,583China Airlines

Sun, 31 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

20:50 - 13:20AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

20h 30m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

14:40 - 19:10CTS Sapporo Chitose-AKL Auckland Intl

24h 30m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane

$1,689China Airlines

Tue, 26 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

20:50 - 13:20AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

20h 30m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

14:40 - 19:10CTS Sapporo Chitose-AKL Auckland Intl

24h 30m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane

$1,736China Airlines

Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

14:55 - 13:10AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

26h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Tokyo Narita

10:35 - 13:25CTS Sapporo Chitose-AKL Auckland Intl

22h 50m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Hong Kong Intl

$1,766Cathay Pacific

Mon, 12 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr

16:30 - 15:00AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

25h 30m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

16:15 - 00:45CTS Sapporo Chitose-AKL Auckland Intl

53h 30m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane

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Mon, 12 Apr - Fri, 23 Apr

06:10 - 15:00AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

35h 50m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

16:15 - 00:45CTS Sapporo Chitose-AKL Auckland Intl

53h 30m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane

$1,789EVA Air

Tue, 26 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

14:55 - 16:00AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

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38h 00m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Hong Kong Intl

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Mon, 12 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr

16:30 - 15:00AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

25h 30m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

16:15 - 14:45CTS Sapporo Chitose-AKL Auckland Intl

43h 30m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane

$1,803EVA Air

Wed, 27 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

14:55 - 11:35AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

24h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Osaka Kansai Intl

15:10 - 09:45CTS Sapporo Chitose-AKL Auckland Intl

38h 35m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Hong Kong Intl

$1,814Cathay Pacific

Sun, 11 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr

06:20 - 08:55AKL Auckland Intl-CTS Sapporo Chitose

29h 35m2 stops Brisbane Tokyo Narita

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What is the cheapest flight to Sapporo?: Auckland to Sapporo is the cheapest route at $1,583 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.
How much is a flight to Sapporo? Average and cheapest price for all return flights to Sapporo from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 12 months.: On average, a return flight from New Zealand to Sapporo costs $2,038, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Christchurch average $1,699, while Auckland runs a bit higher at $2,064.
What is the cheapest day to fly to Sapporo?: Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Sapporo at $1,881 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at $2,632.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Sapporo? Average price for all return flights depending on time of departure, seen by users on KAYAK in the last 12 months.: Evening flights to Sapporo are the cheapest at $1,844 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $2,123.
What is a good deal for flights to Sapporo?: Flights under $1,760 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Sapporo at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Christchurch $1,491.

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How do I know if a flight to Sapporo is a good deal?
A good deal on a flight to Sapporo is around $1,760 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.
Which airports serve Sapporo?
Flights to Sapporo arrive at: Sapporo Chitose (CTS) and Sapporo Okadama (OKD).
What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Sapporo?
China Eastern operates the most flights from New Zealand to Sapporo at 0 per week, while Cathay Pacific is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from New Zealand to Sapporo. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.
Which airports serve Sapporo and the surrounding area?
Flights to Sapporo can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Sapporo Chitose (CTS) and Sapporo Okadama (OKD). Nearby alternatives within 80.5 km of Sapporo include Sapporo Chitose (CTS). This airport is not in Sapporo itself but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and onward travel plans.

For flights to Sapporo, a good return fare is around $1,760. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Sapporo in May. Return fares historically average $1,415, making May the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
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• Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
• Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
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• Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to $279 on a return flight. Afternoon flights to Sapporo average $1,844 compared to $2,123 for morning flights.
Once you arrive in Sapporo, a few great places to start are Odori Park and Jozankei Onsen. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

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