Travelling from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Sapporo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9. The city is 8 hours ahead of Geneva, where Geneve Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from GVA to Sapporo. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Finding a stopover on your flight from GVA to Sapporo is simple. Whether you want to potentially save cash on your fare or visit a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A major stop is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
You won't need a visa for Japan if you hold a passport from Switzerland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes. So before reserving your flight tickets from Geneve Airport to Sapporo, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.
GVA is about 10 kilometres from central Geneva. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near GVA? If you're boarding an early flight from Geneve Airport to Sapporo, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Sapporo
ج.م. 22,414 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Geneve Airport to Sapporo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 42,685. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from GVA to Sapporo, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Geneve Airport to Sapporo across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is approximately 56 kilometres. It takes around 59 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Geneve Airport to Sapporo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CTS:
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Central Sapporo is located around 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD). As soon as your flight from Geneve Airport to Sapporo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 28 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from GVA to Sapporo:
Best time to go to Sapporo
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Geneve Airport to Sapporo. June is the most popular month to visit Sapporo. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Geneve Airport to Sapporo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from GVA to Sapporo in January if you like 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. Once you've booked your flight from Geneve Airport to Sapporo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are top sights which should be on any well-planned Sapporo itinerary.
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