Travelling from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport (MMB): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Sapporo's main airports, New Chitose Airport (CTS) or Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport (MMB) taking off from either of these.
The average length of a direct Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport flight is 45 minutes.
Sapporo and Ozora (where Memanbetsu Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Memanbetsu Airport (MMB) is the most popular route. There are 42 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with ANA at 6:40pm. Choose the first CTS to MMB departure with JAL at 7:35am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from Sapporo to MMB won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Get there in one go from New Chitose Airport (CTS). Nonstop flights from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport (MMB) operate from here.
JAL is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport departing from CTS.
The top choice among passengers flying between CTS and MMB is J-Air.
With an impressive 90.71% of services landing on schedule, J-Air is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
CTS is around 48 kilometres from central Sapporo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near New Chitose Airport:
Of all flights leaving New Chitose Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
CTS's address is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
Think about kicking off your trip from Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD). You can book a direct Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport (MMB) plane ticket from this popular hub.
From OKD, direct flights from Sapporo to MMB are available with JAL.
J-Air is the go-to airline for bookings on the OKD to MMB route.
The most reliable carrier is J-Air. Its Sapporo Okadama Airport to Memanbetsu Airport flights arrive as planned 75.65% of the time.
OKD is about 10 kilometres from central Sapporo. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Sapporo to MMB flight? Relax in a hotel near Sapporo Okadama Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
74% of flights taking off from Sapporo Okadama Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find OKD at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
About Memanbetsu Airport (MMB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MMB:
For the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport flight.
MMB is located at 201 Memanbetsuchuo, Ozora.
Getting from Memanbetsu Airport (MMB) to central Ozora
Memanbetsu Airport is around 5 kilometres from the centre of Ozora. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport (MMB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport is $53. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $111. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book five months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Sapporo to MMB.
Plan your trip for October. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport (MMB)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. October is the quietest month to go to Ozora. February is when most people book flights from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport (MMB), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Ozora is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Sapporo to MMB plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February sees temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Ozora
Once you've booked your flight from Sapporo to Memanbetsu Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ozora:
Of course you can't leave Ozora without seeing its leading sights. Memanbetsu wetland plant community deserves a spot on your must-do list.
Explore more of Japan
Ozora has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometres south of Ozora, a visit to Kushiro will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Kushiro Marsh Boardwalk Trail, Kushiro Art Museum, Hokkaido and Harutori-ko Nature Centre.
Chitose is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 241 kilometres southwest of Ozora. No journey is complete without a visit to Shikotsu Lake Sky Road, Steiff Discovery Walk and Chitose Salmon Aquarium.
