Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Sapporo is 15 hours ahead of Denver and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your DEN to CTS flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd love to explore a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Denver International Airport to New Chitose Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Narita International Airport is a sought-after stop between DEN and CTS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Currently, $796 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Denver International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,222. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from DEN to CTS, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport to New Chitose Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from DEN to CTS.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Denver International Airport to New Chitose Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN's address is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80.23% of flights that depart DEN arrive at their destination on time.
Central Denver to Denver International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your flight from Denver International Airport to New Chitose Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a quick ride from DEN, book a night at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
If you're arriving on a late Denver International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Grab a New Chitose Airport rental car and explore Sapporo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
From New Chitose Airport, Sapporo is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Denver International Airport to New Chitose Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sapporo in April.
When booking your flight from Denver International Airport to New Chitose Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DEN to CTS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
If there's time to check out another corner of Japan, head for Akita, about 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are highlights.
