Direct (nonstop) flights from Sapporo to Niigata

2 airlines fly nonstop from Sapporo (CTS) to Niigata Airport (KIJ). It's 360 miles (579 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Fuji Dream Airlines, ANA.

CTS
Sapporo
🇯🇵 Sapporo, Japan
KIJ
Niigata Airport
🇯🇵 Niigata, Japan
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
360 mi
579 km
CO₂/pax
67 kg
−116 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Fuji Dream Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Fuji Dream Airlines Fuji Dream Airlines ANA ANA

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Fuji Dream Airlines JH Fuji Dream Airlines
Route
CTS → KIJ
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
360 mi
ANA NH ANA
Route
CTS → KIJ
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
360 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sapporo to Niigata with one stop · direct emits 67 kg CO₂ per passenger

CTS NGO (Nagoya) KIJ
Leg 1: 1h 45m (606 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (249 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+173% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTS → NGO
1h 45m · 606 mi
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Leg 2
NGO → KIJ
1h 15m · 249 mi
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CTS ITM (Osaka) KIJ
Leg 1: 1h 55m (646 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (299 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+197% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTS → ITM
1h 55m · 646 mi
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Leg 2
ITM → KIJ
1h 5m · 299 mi
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CTS UKB (Kobe) KIJ
Leg 1: 2h (661 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (314 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+206% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTS → UKB
2h · 661 mi
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Leg 2
UKB → KIJ
1h 30m · 314 mi
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CTS FUK (Fukuoka) KIJ
Leg 1: 2h 35m (880 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (572 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 294 kg CO₂ (+339% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTS → FUK
2h 35m · 880 mi
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Leg 2
FUK → KIJ
1h 35m · 572 mi
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CTS ICN (Seoul) KIJ
Leg 1: 3h 10m (885 mi) Leg 2: 2h (694 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+373% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTS → ICN
3h 10m · 885 mi
View CTS to ICN flights →
Leg 2
ICN → KIJ
2h · 694 mi
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KIJ → CTS: Flights from Niigata to Sapporo

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sapporo to Niigata?

A nonstop flight from Sapporo (CTS) to Niigata (KIJ) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 360 miles (579 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sapporo to Niigata?

2 airlines: Fuji Dream Airlines, ANA.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sapporo to Niigata?

Yes. 2 airlines: Fuji Dream Airlines, ANA.

How far is Sapporo from Niigata?

The flight distance from Sapporo to Niigata is 360 miles (579 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Sapporo to Niigata?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sapporo to Niigata?

Roughly 67 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 335 km.

Is the return flight from Niigata to Sapporo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sapporo to Niigata?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Sapporo for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.