Travelling from Toronto to Sapporo: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Toronto to Sapporo. Explore your options for flying out of Toronto from Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
New Chitose Airport (CTS) is where your flight will arrive in Sapporo.
Sapporo's timezone is UTC+9, making Sapporo 13 hours ahead of Toronto.
To ensure you board your Toronto to Sapporo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Sapporo
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Toronto to Sapporo flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Toronto to Sapporo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Pearson International Airport:
63.97% of flights that take off from Pearson International Airport land at their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Toronto to Sapporo, stay in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
62% of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is around 80 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to Sapporo flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land as expected. At YKF, that rate is 63.64%.
Arriving in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is approximately 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Sapporo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Pick up a New Chitose Airport rental car and discover Sapporo and beyond with your own wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your Toronto to Sapporo flight.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
As soon as your flight from Toronto to Sapporo has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is approximately 6 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD).
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up an Okadama Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at OKD can help you lock in a better rate.
Okadama Airport can be found at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
April is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Sapporo, while June is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Sapporo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Toronto to Sapporo ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sapporo to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Sapporo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and -1ºC on average.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Sapporo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are major attractions which should be on any good Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan you should also see. About 113 kilometres north-east of Sapporo, a trip to Asahikawa will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo, Akita is another favourite stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.