Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Sapporo Chitose

Flying from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS): What you need to know

• Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll board your flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the two main airports in Shanghai.

• 3 hours 25 minutes is the average duration of a direct Shanghai to New Chitose Airport flight.

• Sapporo is one hour ahead of Shanghai. New Chitose Airport is located in Sapporo, which follows the UTC+9 timezone.

• The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to New Chitose Airport (CTS), with 22 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from PVG to CTS is the 8am China Eastern Airlines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 1:05pm with China Eastern Airlines.

• Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to CTS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

• Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

• Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Nonstop flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS) are available from here.

• At PVG, you'll find a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport, including:

  • China Eastern Airlines

  • Spring Airlines

  • Juneyao Airlines

• The top choice among passengers flying between PVG and CTS is China Eastern Airlines.

• Juneyao Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 100.0% of services landing on schedule.

• Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to CTS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:

  • Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

• PVG is about 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.

• Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

  • Vienna International Hotel Shanghai Pudong International Toursim Resort Airport

  • Jinjiang Inn Select (Shanghai Pudong Airport)

  • Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

• 78.11% of flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

• PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

• Break up your flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and CTS are:

  • Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

• Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to SHA from central Shanghai in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away.

• Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to CTS flight:

  • YaTi by Artyzen Hongqiao Shanghai.

  • Grand Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao

  • Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao (Langham Hospitality Group)

• Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 85.58% of them arriving as planned.

• SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About New Chitose Airport (CTS)

• Reserve a hotel near CTS if you have a late flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:

  • Portom International Hokkaido

  • Air Terminal Hotel

  • Minn Chitose

• Fast-track your adventure by picking up a New Chitose Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sapporo and beyond.

• Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Shanghai to New Chitose Airport flight.

• CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS)

• The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport is ر.ق.‏ 437. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق.‏ 900. 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 flights from Shanghai to CTS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.

• The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Shanghai to New Chitose Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

• There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Shanghai to CTS.

• Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS)

• Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Sapporo. June is when most people book flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.

• The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your Shanghai to CTS flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

• January sees temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Sapporo

• Start your Sapporo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • Sapporo View Hotel Odori Park

  • Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel

  • Premier Hotel Nakajima Park Sapporo

• There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Fushimi Inari Shrine, Hokkaido Shrine and Ganso Sapporo Ramen Street are popular attractions which should be on every Sapporo itinerary.

Explore more of Japan

• You've seen Sapporo, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Travel around 121 kilometres north-east to Asahikawa to check off its popular sights. From Mount Asahi to Asahiyama Zoo and Zenko-ji Temple, there's plenty to keep you busy.

• If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Japan, head for Aomori, roughly 225 kilometres south of Sapporo. Inari Shrine, Inari Shrine and Inari Shrine are highlights.