Travelling from Chicago to Sapporo: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Chicago. Explore your options leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) when booking your flight from Chicago to Sapporo.
Touch down at Sapporo's major arrival point, Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS).
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9, which is 15 hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Chicago to Sapporo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Sapporo
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Flying from Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
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ORD is around 26 kms (16 miles) from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Sapporo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Chicago. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to Sapporo:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Sapporo
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 40 kms (25 miles). It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near CTS if you have a late flight from Chicago to Sapporo. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Sapporo Chitose Airport rental car. Book your wheels from car rental Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Sapporo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Sapporo Chitose Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD)
After your flight from Chicago to Sapporo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Sapporo is approximately 6 kms (4 miles) from Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
After your flight from Chicago to Sapporo, settle in at a hotel close to OKD. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a taxi. Grab a Sapporo Okadama Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Sapporo Okadama Airport is located at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chicago to Sapporo. August is the most popular month to visit Sapporo. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Chicago to Sapporo ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sapporo to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Sapporo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Sapporo, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Hokkaido Jingu, Odori Park and Mt. Moiwa Summit Observation Deck are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Sapporo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Aomori is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sapporo. Around 257 kms (160 miles) to the south, top sights here include Jomon Jiyukan, Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum.
Morioka is another essential stop in Japan and is around 370 kms (230 miles) south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without experiencing Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodaiji and Tsurugaike.