Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Sapporo is eight hours ahead of Munich and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MUC to CTS flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to New Chitose Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between MUC and CTS:
Haneda Airport
Kansai International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
£399 is the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. Return flights start at £563. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MUC to CTS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to New Chitose Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to New Chitose Airport.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
When it comes to Franz Josef Strauss Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.34% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Munich to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is around 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to New Chitose Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near MUC:
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Reserve a hotel near CTS if you have a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a New Chitose Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and find adventure across Sapporo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from New Chitose Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
From New Chitose Airport, Sapporo is approximately 35 miles away. It takes around 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to New Chitose Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Sapporo in April.
When booking your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to New Chitose Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MUC to CTS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Sapporo, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Journey about 70 miles north-east to Asahikawa to tick off its leading sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Japan, head for Akita, roughly 240 miles south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are among the biggest draws.
