Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Sapporo is nine hours ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Sapporo observes the UTC+9 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your EDI to Sapporo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Whether you'd like to discover a new city along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find plane tickets from EDI to Sapporo with a stopover. To compare your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a top connection hub.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sapporo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 67.94% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sapporo
$898 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Sapporo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,906. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from EDI to Sapporo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Sapporo across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from EDI to Sapporo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sapporo.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel near CTS if you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sapporo. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a New Chitose Airport rental car and explore Sapporo and beyond with your own wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Sapporo.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sapporo has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is roughly 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to OKD. Kick back and get cosy after your EDI to Sapporo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make collecting an Okadama Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
You can find Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Travel to Sapporo during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sapporo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Edinburgh Airport to Sapporo plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sapporo, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are top sights which should be on any good Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Akita is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without dropping by Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
