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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Sapporo Chitose

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Sapporo Chitose? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sapporo.£480 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Feb, returning Mon, 23 Feb.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Sapporo Chitose on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £480, select.
Sapporo.£486 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Mon, 18 Jan.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Sapporo Chitose on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £486, select.
Sapporo.£516 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Sapporo Chitose on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £516, select.
Sapporo.£523 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Sapporo Chitose on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £523, select.
Sapporo.£528 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Sapporo Chitose on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £528, select.
Sapporo.£545 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Mon, 23 Mar.Return flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Sapporo Chitose on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £545, select.
Sapporo.£553 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with Cathay Pacific and Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Inbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Sapporo Chitose on Tue, 12 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £553, select.
Sapporo.£579 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Sat, 16 May.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Sapporo Chitose on Sat, 16 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £579, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Sapporo Chitose

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Sapporo Chitose flights are currently cheapest in February.
Feb
from £480
Mar
from £545
Apr
from £523
May
from £579
Jun
from £897
Jul
from £789
Aug
from £586
Sep
from £528
Oct
from £1,058
Nov
from £762
Dec
from £1,179
Jan
from £486

San Francisco International to Sapporo Chitose: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Sapporo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sapporo Chitose.

Sapporo Okadama

4 miles from central Sapporo
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from £904
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Sapporo Chitose

24 miles from central Sapporo
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from £480
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San Francisco to Sapporo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£480
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Sapporo Chitose: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Sapporo Chitose is £480. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Sapporo Chitose. But we found flights with one or more stops from £480.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Sapporo Chitose.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Sapporo Chitose is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport on Tuesday, 17 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Sapporo Chitose Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Chitose 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.
Currently, Cathay Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sapporo Chitose.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your SFO to CTS flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to New Chitose Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between SFO and CTS:

    • Haneda Airport

    • Narita International Airport

    • Kansai International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight is £237. A return plane ticket right now is £480. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from SFO to CTS, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to New Chitose Airport.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to CTS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to New Chitose Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • 77.36% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to New Chitose Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:

  • Grab a New Chitose Airport rental car and explore Sapporo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Car rental Hokkaido, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo

  • CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.

  • New Chitose Airport is approximately 35 miles from central Sapporo. The drive time takes around 1 hour.

When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to New Chitose Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Sapporo in April.

  • When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to New Chitose Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to CTS sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Japan

  • You've done Sapporo, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Travel about 70 miles north-east to Asahikawa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Akita is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 240 miles south of Sapporo. No journey is complete without visiting Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Francisco to Sapporo

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