- Must visit
Kyoto National Museum
National museum with strong collections of pre-modern Japanese art, sculpture, ceramics, and special exhibitions. A key stop for cultural context.
Flights from Sapporo to Kyoto depart on average 38 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
There are 15 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:40, the last at 21:45. The fastest flight covers the 1016 km distance in 1h 55m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1016 km |
Average flight duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Flights per day 38 |
Direct flights 15 |
Fastest flight 1h 55m |
First flight 6:40 |
Last flight 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
1016 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Sapporo to Kyoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sapporo to Kyoto will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £74.
Of the 2 flights that leave Sapporo for Kyoto every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1016 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest flights will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




The table below shows live departures for Sapporo to Kyoto flights for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:20 Sapporo | 2h20 | 3:40 Kyoto | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:30 Sapporo | 1h55 | 11:25 Kyoto | 0 changesdirect | |
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National museum with strong collections of pre-modern Japanese art, sculpture, ceramics, and special exhibitions. A key stop for cultural context.
Modern museum with changing exhibitions from Japan and abroad. Well suited to visitors seeking contemporary and modern art in central Kyoto.
Compact museum focused on Kyoto’s manga culture and comics history. Worth visiting for browsing walls of books and themed displays in a historic school building.
Historic district of lanes, wooden townhouses, and temple approaches near Kiyomizu-dera. Ideal for a classic Kyoto walk, especially in the morning or evening.
Traditional entertainment district with narrow streets, teahouses, and evening atmosphere. Visit for preserved architecture and one of Kyoto’s most evocative walks.
Scenic district on Kyoto’s western edge known for its bridge, bamboo grove, river views, and temple access. Best for a half-day walk with varied scenery.
Yudofu is a simple hot pot of Kyoto tofu simmered in kombu broth. It reflects the city’s temple cuisine and the quality of local water and soy beans.
Kaiseki ryōri is Kyoto’s refined seasonal tasting cuisine, built around delicate techniques and presentation rooted in court and tea traditions.
Obanzai is Kyoto home cooking using seasonal vegetables, tofu and dried goods. It is valued for modest flavours and everyday local tradition.
Traditional kaiseki restaurant in Gion serving seasonal Kyoto cuisine in an elegant, serene setting.
Long-established tofu specialist near Nanzen-ji, best known for yudofu in a traditional garden setting.
Historic noodle house known for fragrant herring soba and a classic Kyoto atmosphere near the river.
Moderate for Japan: temples and buses are affordable, but hotels in central Kyoto and kaiseki dining can raise daily costs above Osaka or Fukuoka.
Tipping is not expected in restaurants, cafés, or taxis. Service is included, and leaving extra cash can cause confusion.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sapporo to Kyoto by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kyoto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sapporo to Kyoto flights use the Sapporo to Osaka airport pair. Use this guide to compare Sapporo and Kyoto airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Sapporo is 4 km from Sapporo city centre. Public transport options include:
Sapporo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Various restaurants available, including Japanese and Western cuisine, top options include Sushi and Ramen shops
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located, located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sapporo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sapporo: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sapporo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, such as Air terminal Hotel within walking distance..
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