Flying from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Sapporo's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Seoul.
Your GMP to CTS flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. 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 Gimpo International Airport to New Chitose Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between GMP and CTS:
Gimhae International Airport
Haneda Airport
Kansai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gimpo International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight is ج.م. 3,698. A return fare is currently ج.م. 11,112. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from GMP to CTS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Gimpo International Airport to New Chitose Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from GMP to CTS.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Gimpo International Airport to New Chitose Airport.
Handy information about Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
When it comes to Gimpo International Airport's on-time performance, 75.94% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To work out the fastest way to travel from central Seoul to Gimpo International Airport, use navigation apps like Google Maps. The airport is about 16 kilometres from the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to GMP? If you're boarding an early flight from Gimpo International Airport to New Chitose Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Consider booking a hotel close to CTS if you're on a late Gimpo International Airport to New Chitose Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Sapporo's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from New Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
From New Chitose Airport, Sapporo is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
When to fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Gimpo International Airport to New Chitose Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Sapporo. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Gimpo International Airport to New Chitose Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Search for cheap tickets from GMP to CTS sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Sapporo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres north-east of Sapporo, a visit to Asahikawa will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine.
Around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo, Akita is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.
