Flying from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Sapporo's main base, New Chitose Airport (CTS), is where countless awesome vacations begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's major gateways.
The average length of a direct flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur is 8 hours 14 minutes. Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur 1 hour behind Sapporo.
The most popular route for flights from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur is from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). You can choose from 4 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off first thing, the earliest flight from CTS to KUL is the 09:40 AirAsia X service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 09:40 with AirAsia X.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You don't need a visa for Malaysia if you have a passport from Japan and are traveling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your cheap flights from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Flying from Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Depart from New Chitose Airport (CTS) on a nonstop flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur. From CTS, you can fly straight to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
AirAsia X is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur departing from CTS.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from New Chitose Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
To reach CTS from central Sapporo, it takes about 59 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near New Chitose Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometers. It takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes to get to the center driving.
It'll take around 4 hours and 29 minutes to get there using public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to KUL if you have a late flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
As soon as your flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur has landed, you can make your way to the city center in about 27 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 24 kilometers from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
The journey will take about 1 hour and 32 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable stays where you can rest ahead of your adventure near SZB. Settle in after your flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur
Currently, $136 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur. The cheapest price for a return flight is $250. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur, reserve your trip 9 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month to travel to Kuala Lumpur. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur, consider the kind of weather you like best. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are major attractions which should feature on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
Browse our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Sapporo to Kuala Lumpur. Whether you want a compact ride, an SUV or something that makes a statement, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.