Flying from London to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
London has multiple airports where you can start your holiday. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to New Chitose Airport (CTS). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9, which is 9 hours ahead of London. New Chitose Airport is located in Sapporo.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to CTS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from London to CTS with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LHR and CTS include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
From the centre of London, LHR is around 31 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from London to New Chitose Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to New Chitose Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between London Gatwick Airport and CTS:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to CTS, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About New Chitose Airport (CTS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to New Chitose Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CTS:
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
New Chitose Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Sapporo. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 59 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
For a one-way ticket from London to New Chitose Airport, $572 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from $917. These are currently the lowest fares but may change based on availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from London to CTS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap tickets from London to New Chitose Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from London to CTS.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to New Chitose Airport. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
June is the busiest month to hop on a flight from London to New Chitose Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Sapporo, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before you book a flight from London to CTS, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -11ºC and -1ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to New Chitose Airport.
More about Sapporo
After locking in your flight from London to New Chitose Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sapporo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are major attractions which should be on every Sapporo itinerary.
Complete your Sapporo trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from London to New Chitose Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Sapporo. Check out the offers and instantly compare your options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
