Tokyo to Sapporo

Highlights

• Haneda to New Chitose is a very frequent route. Low-cost carriers also fly from Narita.
• The Rapid Airport train takes about 40 minutes from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo Station and runs often during the day.
• By rail, the Shinkansen takes about 4 hours to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, then a limited express takes about 3.5–4 hours to Sapporo.
• A ferry also runs from Oarai in Ibaraki to Tomakomai (about 18–19 hours). It mainly suits people travelling with a car or motorcycle.
• Snow can delay or cancel flights in winter. If you have an international flight home, getting back the day before is safer.

Good for

Fastest

A flight from Haneda. With so many departures, it is easy to find a convenient time.

Cheapest

A low-cost flight from Narita. Count the time and fare to reach Narita when you compare.

Large luggage

Check it in. On the Rapid Airport train to Sapporo, the reserved "u-Seat" car has luggage racks.

Prefer not to fly

Shinkansen plus limited express takes 8 hours or more. The Japan Rail Pass covers both.