Flying from Sapporo to Melbourne: what you need to know
Sapporo's main base, Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Sapporo to Melbourne.
Disembark at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), the major arrival point in Melbourne.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne two hours ahead of Sapporo.
Leave enough time to get on your Sapporo to Melbourne flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Melbourne
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Sapporo to Melbourne flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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Flying from Sapporo
Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
We make it simple to book a Sapporo to Melbourne flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Sapporo Chitose Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Sapporo, CTS can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Sapporo Chitose Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Sapporo to Melbourne or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
71% of flights taking off from Sapporo Chitose Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
CTS's address is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sapporo to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and discover more of Melbourne and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your Sapporo to Melbourne flight.
Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)
After your flight from Sapporo to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 48 kilometres from Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV).
The journey will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a taxi. Pick up a Melbourne Avalon Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB)
Hop off your flight from Sapporo to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB) and usually takes 20 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 55 minutes.
Be in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey with a Melbourne Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar will get you on the road.
If you'd like a specific type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Book your ride from MEB at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Sapporo to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
March is the quietest month for flights from Sapporo to Melbourne, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Melbourne based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 28ºC. Book your Sapporo to Melbourne ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Sapporo to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 3ºC and 12ºC.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Sapporo to Melbourne:
Melbourne's Gardens and Melbourne Park are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Arts Centre Melbourne.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Around 64 kilometres southwest of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Wathaurong Booln Booln Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach.
