Travelling from Sapporo to Seoul: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Sapporo. New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Sapporo to Seoul jetting off from here.
When choosing where to land in Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the primary gateways.
On average, direct flights from Sapporo to Seoul take 3 hours 4 minutes. Seoul and Sapporo are in the same timezone (UTC+9), so you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
With 71 flights a week between the two airports, New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Sapporo to Seoul with EASTAR JET at 11:20. If you're keen to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from CTS to ICN is with Jin Air at 18:20.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Sapporo to Seoul. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You will need an ETA for South Korea if you have a passport from Japan and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Sapporo to Seoul, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
Flying from Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
You can catch a direct flight from Sapporo to Seoul leaving from New Chitose Airport (CTS). Start your journey at CTS and land at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
A good selection of airlines at CTS operate direct flights from Sapporo to Seoul. Some of the most well-known are:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Sapporo to Seoul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from New Chitose Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Haneda Airport (HND)
To get to CTS from central Sapporo, it takes about 59 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel near New Chitose Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Sapporo to Seoul, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to get there in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour and 44 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Sapporo to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Step off your flight from Sapporo to Seoul and then keep your eyes peeled for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Sapporo to Seoul:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Seoul
Right now, ج.م. 2,360 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Seoul. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 4,470. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Sapporo to Seoul.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Sapporo to Seoul. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sapporo to Seoul. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seoul. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Before booking a flight from Sapporo to Seoul, consider the kind of weather you like best. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Sapporo to Seoul in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Seoul right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Sapporo to Seoul:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Sapporo to Seoul. Whether you're after a compact ride, roomy sedan or something that makes a statement, you can easily compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
