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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$489
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time7 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia X
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Sapporo: Sapporo Okadama and Sapporo Chitose.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo is $489. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo.
AirAsia X flies direct from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo.
As of April 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Kuala Lumpur, the cheapest airport near Sapporo is Sapporo Chitose – which is 39.4 km away from the centre of Sapporo. We've found flights into this airport from $489.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo on Monday, 19 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sapporo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sapporo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. August is typically the warmest month in Sapporo, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Sapporo is AirAsia X .

Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo: what you need to know

  • Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flying out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).

  • New Chitose Airport (CTS) is where you'll be arriving in Sapporo.

  • Around 7 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flight.

  • Sapporo is one hour ahead of Kuala Lumpur and observes the UTC+9 timezone.

  • The busiest route for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to New Chitose Airport (CTS). You can choose from two services every week between these two airports. If you want to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from KUL to CTS is the 23:25 AirAsia X service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 23:50 with AirAsia X.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo

  • Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flights.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo, you can depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Fly from KUL to New Chitose Airport (CTS) without any stops.

  • AirAsia X is a well-known airline that offers direct Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo plane tickets leaving from KUL.

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Narita International Airport (NRT)

    • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • KUL is around 48 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.

  • After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, data shows 58.65% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • You can get to SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.

  • Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:

  • 67.97% of flights taking off from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport meet their expected arrival time.

Arriving in Sapporo

New Chitose Airport (CTS)

  • The distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near CTS:

  • Go where the road takes you with a New Chitose Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from car hire Hokkaido, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and discover more of Sapporo and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from New Chitose Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

  • You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.

Okadama Airport (OKD)

  • The centre of Sapporo is approximately 6 kilometres from Okadama Airport (OKD). After your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Pick up an Okadama Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Budget, バジェットレンタカー and Orix.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from OKD two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.

  • Okadama Airport can be found at 885 Sakaemachi, Higashi Ward.

Best time to go to Sapporo

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo. To skip the crowds, visit Sapporo in April.

  • The warmest month in Sapporo is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Sapporo

Explore more of Japan

  • You've seen Sapporo, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Journey around 113 kilometres north-east to Asahikawa to check off its leading sights. From Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture and Kamikawa Shrine, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Akita is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 386 kilometres south of Sapporo. No trip is complete without dropping by Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park.

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