Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Sapporo is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located. Sapporo follows the UTC+9 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LAX to Sapporo flight.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flight tickets from LAX to Sapporo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Sapporo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of LAX.
LAX is located at One World Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Sapporo
AED 1,186 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Sapporo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is AED 2,211. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from LAX to Sapporo. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Los Angeles International Airport to Sapporo ticket.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 56 kilometers. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the center driving.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Sapporo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CTS instead:
Follow your own route with a New Chitose Airport rental car. Book your wheels from car rental Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and find adventure across Sapporo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from LAX to Sapporo can help you lock in the lowest rate.
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Okadama Airport (OKD) is around 8 kilometers from central Sapporo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Sapporo, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near OKD. Unwind and get cozy after your LAX to Sapporo flight at one of these well-located options:
Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix make picking up an Okadama Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at OKD will help you stay within budget.
The address for Okadama Airport is 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.
Best time to go to Sapporo
Before securing your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Sapporo, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Sapporo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Los Angeles International Airport to Sapporo flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to Sapporo in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Sapporo, check out our selection of hotels including:
Odori Park and Sapporo TV Tower are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Sapporo itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Hokkaido Shrine.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Sapporo, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Journey around 113 kilometers north-east to Asahikawa to check off its must-visit sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Akita is another standout destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometers south of Sapporo. No journey is complete without a visit to Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.