Traveling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of Seattle.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your SEA to CTS flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to New Chitose Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SEA and CTS include:
Narita International Airport
Haneda Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
AED 1,630 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. Return flights start from AED 3,492. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SEA to CTS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to New Chitose Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SEA to CTS.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to New Chitose Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about 23 kilometers from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to New Chitose Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near SEA:
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
If you're coming in on a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from car rental Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Sapporo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from New Chitose Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
New Chitose Airport to central Sapporo has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometers away.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to New Chitose Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sapporo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to New Chitose Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEA to CTS in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
Asahikawa is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sapporo. Around 113 kilometers away to the north-east, top sights here include Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Japan, consider Akita, roughly 386 kilometers south of Sapporo. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are highlights.
