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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $531. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Matsumoto to Sapporo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Matsumoto to Sapporo flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Matsumoto to Sapporo

Alternative Matsumoto to Sapporo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Matsumoto to Sapporo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Matsumoto to Sapporo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$166
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 34 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week27

Finding cheap flights from Matsumoto to Sapporo: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Sapporo: Sapporo Okadama and Sapporo Chitose.
The best price we found for a return flight from Matsumoto to Sapporo is $332. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Matsumoto to Sapporo.
Japan Airlines and Fuji Dream Airlines fly direct from Matsumoto to Sapporo.
As of March 2026, there are 27 flights per week flying from Matsumoto to Sapporo.
The cheapest month to fly from Matsumoto to Sapporo is usually July.
If you're flying from Matsumoto Airport, the cheapest airport near Sapporo is Sapporo Okadama – which is 6.9 km away from the centre of Sapporo. We've found flights into this airport from $332.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo on Wednesday, 15 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 34 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sapporo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sapporo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around -3°C. August is typically the warmest month in Sapporo, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Fuji Dream Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sapporo.

Flying from Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Sapporo: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo is 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Sapporo's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Matsumoto (the location of Matsumoto Airport).

  • The busiest route is from Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to New Chitose Airport (CTS). You can choose from seven services every week between these two airports. Fuji Dream Airlines offers a 09:30 departure between MMJ and CTS.

  • To avoid rushing for your MMJ to Sapporo flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Direct Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo tickets are available for booking. New Chitose Airport (CTS) will be where your journey ends.

  • Book your favourite seat with Fuji Dream Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo.

  • Central Matsumoto to MMJ is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Looking for a hotel close to MMJ? If you've booked an early flight from Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • You'll find MMJ at 7113 Imai.

How to find the cheapest flights from Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Sapporo

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo flight is $166. The cheapest price for a return flight is $332. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap flights from MMJ to Sapporo by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for October. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from MMJ to Sapporo.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Sapporo

New Chitose Airport (CTS)

  • New Chitose Airport (CTS) is around 56 kilometres from central Sapporo. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo. Book one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Sapporo's usual tourist stops.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from MMJ to Sapporo.

  • You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.

Okadama Airport (OKD)

  • The centre of Sapporo is located around 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD). Once your flight from Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to OKD. Settle in and get cosy after your MMJ to Sapporo flight at one 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 easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Snap up a deal by securing your ride from OKD two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

  • You'll find Okadama Airport at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.

Best time to go to Sapporo

  • Before scheduling your flights from Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Sapporo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Before locking in your Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MMJ to Sapporo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Sapporo

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sapporo right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Matsumoto Airport to Sapporo:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower and Hokkaido Shrine are highlights which should be on every Sapporo itinerary.

Explore more of Japan

  • Asahikawa is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sapporo. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.

  • If you want to check out another major stop in Japan, head for Akita, roughly 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are key highlights.

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