Sapporo: Getting there and around

From/To:

JAL, ANA, Skymark, Air Do, Peach and Jetstar Japan operate numerous flights per day between Osaka (Kansai Airport, Itami Airport and nearby Kobe Airport) and Sapporo's Shin-Chitose Airport. Flight time is roughly two hours. The regular one way fare by JAL, ANA and Air Do is nearly 60,000 yen, however, discount fares are typically available for around 15,000 to 40,000 yen and fares by Skymark, Peach and Jetstar are often available for under 10,000 yen.

Airfares from Osaka to Sapporo over the next 30 days September 18, 2025 - October 17, 2025

Airline	Lowest fare	Average lowest fare
JAL	14,350 yen	23,957 yen
ANA	14,350 yen	31,083 yen
ANA Wings	14,570 yen	26,657 yen
J-Air (JAL)	20,840 yen	35,231 yen
Peach	6,902 yen	11,994 yen
Jetstar Japan	7,050 yen	13,571 yen
Skymark	13,170 yen	20,292 yen
Air Do	11,810 yen	25,708 yen

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Covered by: Japan Rail Pass

The one way journey from Osaka to Sapporo via Tokyo and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto takes about 11 hours and costs around 39,000 yen. The trip is fully covered by the Japan Rail Pass if you use a Hikari train between Osaka and Tokyo (Nozomi trains require a supplement fee). Note that seat reservations are mandatory on Hayabusa trains between Tokyo and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto.

There are long distance ferries between various ports in Honshu and Hokkaido, providing leisurely and inexpensive access to Hokkaido. Some of the ports with ferries to Hokkaido are Maizuru (Kyoto Prefecture) and Tsuruga (Fukui Prefecture) near Osaka. Most ferries arrive either in Otaru, 30 train minutes east of Sapporo or Tomakomai, 45-60 train minutes south of Sapporo. View our ferry information page for more details.

Above fees and schedules are subject to change. Be sure to check current yen exchange rates.

No major city in Japan is easier to navigate than Sapporo with its rectangular street layout and simple addressing system: City blocks are named and numbered according to the point of compass, with the apex at the eastern end of Odori Park. The Sapporo Beer Museum, for example, is located in city block "North 7, East 9", i.e. in the 7th block north and 9th block east of the apex.

Three subway lines, a tram line and many bus companies (JR Hokkaido Bus, Hokkaido Chuo Bus and Jotetsu Bus) provide Sapporo with an efficient network of public transportation. The Japan Rail Pass and Hokkaido Rail Pass are valid on local buses operated by JR Hokkaido Bus.

Sapporo has two airports. The main airport, New Chitose Airport, is reached in a 35 minute train ride hour south from the city center and handles most of the city's domestic and international air traffic. The much smaller Okadama Airport is more centrally located, but has only a small number of flights to other cities in Hokkaido.

The following one day passes are available for Sapporo:

Subway 1-Day Card (830 yen)
Unlimited use of Sapporo's three subway lines on one calendar day. Note that a discounted pass is available on weekends (see below).
Donichika Ticket (520 yen)
Unlimited use of Sapporo's three subway lines on one calendar day. The pass is only available on weekends, public holidays and from December 29 to January 3.

Prepaid cards make the process of taking subways and buses easier, as you do not always need to buy a new ticket for each ride. Some of them also give small discounts. Prepaid cards can be purchased at vending machines.

Kitaca
Kitaca is the rechargeable prepaid IC card by JR Hokkaido that can be used on JR trains in Greater Sapporo, including Otaru and Shin-Chitose Airport as well as on Sapporo's subways, buses and tram thanks to its compatibility with Sapica (see below). Kitaca can, furthermore, be used in several other cities of Japan. Nine other IC cards from other major cities of Japan, including Suica, can also be used in the Greater Sapporo area instead of Kitaca. The initial purchase of a card costs 2000 yen (500 yen refundable deposit and 1500 yen fare balance).
Sapica
Sapica is the rechargeable prepaid IC card which can be used on Sapporo's three subway lines, city buses (JR Hokkaido Bus, Jotetsu and Hokkaido Chuo Bus) and tram. The initial purchase costs 2000 yen (500 yen refundable deposit and 1500 yen fare balance). Unlike many other IC cards, Sapica is accumulating 10% points with each use, and accumulated points are used towards the purchase of future trips. Sapica cannot be used on JR trains or outside of the Greater Sapporo area.

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- Ocho Guest House
  Budget-friendly
  
  Set in the Nakajima Park district in Sapporo, Ocho Guest House offers 1-star rooms with free WiFi. The property is around 3.8 km from Sapporo Station, 13 km from Shin-Sapporo Station and 21 km from Otarushi Zenibako City Center. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. At the guest house, units are equipped with a shared bathroom. Guests at the guest house can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Otaru Station is 37 km from Ocho Guest House, while Susukino Station is 1.7 km from the property. Okadama Airport is 11 km away.
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- Shabby House
  Budget-friendly
  
  Shabby House, a property with a garden, is set in Sapporo, 4.7 km from Sapporo Station, 14 km from Shin-Sapporo Station, as well as 20 km from Otarushi Zenibako City Center. With free WiFi, this 1-star guest house offers a 24-hour front desk and free shuttle service. The accommodation offers full-day security and luggage storage space for guests. At the guest house, units are equipped with a shared bathroom. There is a snack bar and lounge. The area is popular for cycling, and free use of bicycles is available at the guest house. Otaru Station is 36 km from Shabby House, while Susukino Station is 3.1 km from the property. Okadama Airport is 12 km away.
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- Guesthouse OYADO SAPPORO
  Budget-friendly
  
  Set 6.2 km from Sapporo Station, 10 km from Shin-Sapporo Station and 23 km from Otarushi Zenibako City Center, Guesthouse OYADO SAPPORO offers accommodation situated in Sapporo. Featuring a bar, the 1-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. Susukino Station is 4.1 km from the guest house and Sapporo TV Tower is 4.5 km away. Each unit comes with a safety deposit box and some rooms come with city views. The units are equipped with heating facilities. There is a coffee shop and lounge. Otaru Station is 39 km from the guest house, while Sapporo Convention Centre is 4 km away. Okadama Airport is 14 km from the property.
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- Hotel Sosei Sapporo MGallery Collection
  Luxury
  
  Situated a 12-minute walk from JR Sapporo Station, Hotel Sousei Sapporo ? MGallery offers spacious rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy shopping at Sapporo Factory, which is directly connected to the property. The hotel is conveniently located a 5-minute walk from Bus-Center-Mae Subway Station, and a 10-minute walk from Sapporo TV Tower and Odori Park. The lively Susukino area is 1.2 km away. Massage service can be arranged at an additional charge. On-site parking is available for an extra charge. Air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Sousei Sapporo ? MGallery have high ceilings, and include a large bathing room and separate toilet.
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- 41 PIECES Sapporo
  Luxury
  
  Set in the Sapporo City Centre district in Sapporo, 41 PIECES Sapporo offers 4-star rooms with free WiFi. Popular points of interest nearby include Sapporo TV Tower, Sapporo Clock Tower and Former Hokkaid? Government Office. The property is 1.9 km from Sapporo Station, and within 100 metres of the city centre. All units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the units at 41 PIECES Sapporo have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms will provide you with a terrace. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Susukino Station, Odori Station and Odori Park. Okadama Airport is 9 km away.
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- VILLA KOSHIDO kotoni
  Budget-friendly
  
  Situated within 15 km of Otarushi Zenibako City Center and 17 km of Shin-Sapporo Station, VILLA KOSHIDO kotoni offers rooms in Sapporo. This 2-star hotel offers a shared lounge, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 5.1 km from Sapporo Station. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. The units feature a wardrobe. Otaru Station is 31 km from VILLA KOSHIDO kotoni, while Hokkaido University is 5 km away. Okadama Airport is 8 km from the property.
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- Hotel Emion Sapporo
  Luxury
  
  Boasting a spa and wellness centre, Hotel Emion Sapporo is situated in Sapporo in the Hokkaido region, 450 metres from Sapporo Station and 13 km from Shin-Sapporo Station. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features a sauna and a 24-hour front desk. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Rooms come with a safety deposit box and some rooms include city views. The rooms in Hotel Emion Sapporo are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Popular points of interest near Hotel Emion Sapporo include Hokkaido University, Kita-Juni-Jo Station and Sapporo Clock Tower. Okadama Airport is 7 km from the property.
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- Guesthouse Erimo Apartment
  Mid-range
  
  Guesthouse Erimo Apartment, a property with a shared lounge, is set in Sapporo, 11 km from Shin-Sapporo Station, 23 km from Otarushi Zenibako City Center, as well as 40 km from Otaru Station. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 5.3 km from Sapporo Station. The air-conditioned aparthotel consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bath and slippers. Towels and bed linen are available in the aparthotel. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Susukino Station is 3.3 km from the aparthotel, while Sapporo Convention Centre is 3.4 km from the property. Okadama Airport is 10 km away.
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- B&B HOTTA
  Budget-friendly
  
  Located in Sapporo, within 18 km of Sapporo Station and 23 km of Shin-Sapporo Station, B&B HOTTA provides accommodation with ski-to-door access and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Each accommodation at the 1-star bed and breakfast has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to a garden and to a terrace. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with a wardrobe and a shared bathroom. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sapporo, like fishing. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a ski pass sales point and ski storage space are also available on-site. Otarushi Zenibako City Center is 34 km from B&B HOTTA, while Otaru Station is 50 km away. Okadama Airport is 25 km from the property.
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- Tokyu Stay Sapporo Odori
  Mid-range
  
  Open from November 2018, Tokyu Stay Sapporo Odori is situated in Sapporo. A 3-minute walk from Odori Park, the property is also a 7-minute walk away from Sapporo Clock Tower and offers free WiFi. Attractions in the area include Sapporo TV Tower, a 7-minute walk away, or Former Hokkaid? Government Office, located an 8-minute walk from the property. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. All rooms come with a kettle, while certain rooms are equipped with a kitchenette with a microwave. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A buffet breakfast is served daily at the property. Staff at reception can lend a hand around the clock with advice on the area. Hokkaido University is an 18-minute walk from Tokyu Stay Sapporo Odori. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport, 40 km from the accommodation.
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