Travelling from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 31 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport.
The timezone in Sapporo is UTC+9, which is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai. New Chitose Airport is located in Sapporo.
With 26 direct flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the busiest route. China Eastern operates the earliest flight at 08:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from PVG to CTS is with China Eastern at 12:50.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Shanghai to CTS.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS) leave from this terminal.
Choose from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport departing from PVG. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Shanghai to CTS with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between PVG and CTS include:
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
From the centre of Shanghai, PVG is approximately 56 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS)? Check out the fares jetting out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to SHA from Shanghai's centre in around 21 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Shanghai to CTS, stay in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
About New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Consider staying in a hotel near CTS if you're taking a late flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo
New Chitose Airport to the centre of Sapporo takes about 59 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Rs23,304 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport. Return flights start from Rs44,246. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking 8 months ahead. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Shanghai to CTS around that time.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a new deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for flight tickets from Shanghai to CTS every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport (CTS)
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Sapporo, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before locking in your flight from Shanghai to CTS, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sapporo, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
After locking in your flight from Shanghai to New Chitose Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sapporo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sapporo itinerary.
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