Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Sapporo: what you need to know
Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Sapporo is 2 hours ahead of Chiang Mai.
To ensure you get on your flight from CNX to Sapporo, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from CNX to Sapporo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You will need an embassy visa for Japan if you hold a passport from Thailand and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Sapporo, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
CNX is about 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 23 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Sapporo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CNX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Sapporo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Sapporo is ر.ق. 726. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,384. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from CNX to Sapporo, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Chiang Mai International Airport to Sapporo is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is approximately 56 kilometres. It takes around 59 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel near CTS if you have a late flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Sapporo. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Okadama Airport (OKD)
The centre of Sapporo is approximately 8 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD). Once your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Sapporo has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 28 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near OKD. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from CNX to Sapporo:
Best time to go to Sapporo
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Sapporo. June is the busiest month to travel to Sapporo. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Sapporo for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and -1ºC. Search for cheap flights from CNX to Sapporo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sapporo
Start your Sapporo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Sapporo, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Sapporo TV Tower, Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine are top sights which should be on any good Sapporo itinerary.
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