Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Sapporo is 14 hours ahead of Washington DC and observes 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 will give you plenty of time to catch your IAD to CTS flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to discover another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Tokyo Haneda Airport is a well-known stop between IAD and CTS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport flight is $675. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,621. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IAD to CTS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Washington Dulles Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to IAD:
Arriving at Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
Consider staying in a hotel near CTS if you're taking a late Washington Dulles Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Sapporo Chitose Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from car rental Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and experience more of Sapporo and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sapporo Chitose Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
Sapporo Chitose Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Sapporo. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
August is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Sapporo in March.
Before locking in your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Sapporo Chitose Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to CTS in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Sapporo, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Journey about 257 kilometres south to Aomori to check off its must-visit sights. From Jomon Jiyukan to Kohrakuen and Aomori kenritsu kyōdo-kan Prefectural Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Morioka is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 370 kilometres south of Sapporo. No journey is complete without dropping by Yonai weeping cherry trees, Kodai-ji Temple and Tsurugaike.
