Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Sapporo is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata.
To avoid missing your CCU to Sapporo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Finding a plane ticket from CCU to Sapporo with a stopover is easy. Whether you want to cut down on travel expenses or explore a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A key stop is Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Located around 13 kilometres from central Kolkata, CCU can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sapporo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CCU:
75.9% of flights leaving from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Sapporo
$346 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sapporo flight. A return ticket right now is $876. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from CCU to Sapporo. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo takes around 1 hour to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Consider booking a hotel close to CTS if you have a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sapporo. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sapporo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from CCU to Sapporo.
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Once your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sapporo has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
There are some great places to drop your things at near OKD. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CCU to Sapporo flight at one of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Okadama Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, バジェットレンタカー or Orix and be on your way in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
You'll find Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Before locking in your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sapporo, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Sapporo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sapporo plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCU to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
After booking your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sapporo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sapporo:
Odori Park and Sapporo TV Tower are a couple of major attractions to put on your Sapporo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hokkaido Shrine.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Akita is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without a visit to Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.