Travelling from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Itami Airport (ITM): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 1 hour 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport. Osaka and Sapporo are in the same timezone — UTC+9.
Take your pick of 85 weekly flights from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport. The 07:40 departure with JAL is the earliest flight available from CTS to ITM. ANA operates the last service of the day at 19:10 if early mornings aren't your thing.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Travelling to Osaka (and seeing more of Japan!) is straightforward with JAL. This popular carrier runs direct flights from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport.
To break up your flight from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the CTS - ITM route are:
Sendai Airport
Haneda Airport
Niigata Airport
After booking your cheap ticket from CTS to ITM, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't needed as you're travelling within Japan. As long as you have some other form of identification, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Itami Airport (ITM)
71 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport. Return flights start from 143 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Book 11 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CTS to ITM.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from CTS to ITM every day.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport.
Handy information about New Chitose Airport (CTS)
To get to New Chitose Airport from central Sapporo, it takes about 59 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After an easy way to start to your journey? Stay near CTS. Whether you've booked an early flight from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Itami Airport (ITM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ITM:
Getting from Itami Airport (ITM) to central Osaka
Itami Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
When to fly to Itami Airport (ITM)
The quietest month for a flight from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Osaka based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from New Chitose Airport to Itami Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CTS to ITM sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Osaka right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from CTS to ITM:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are among the things you can't miss in Osaka.
Look at flying in or out of Kansai International Airport (KIX). This domestic airport is another popular choice for getting to or from Osaka.
Complete your Osaka trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Itami Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Osaka getaway.