Direct (nonstop) flights from Niigata to Sapporo

2 airlines fly nonstop from Niigata Airport (KIJ) to Sapporo (CTS). It's 360 miles (579 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Fuji Dream Airlines, ANA.

KIJ
Niigata Airport
🇯🇵 Niigata, Japan
CTS
Sapporo
🇯🇵 Sapporo, Japan
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
360 mi
579 km
CO₂/pax
67 kg
−132 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 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Fuji Dream Airlines JH Fuji Dream Airlines
Route
KIJ → CTS
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
360 mi
ANA NH ANA
Route
KIJ → CTS
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
360 mi

Alternative Routes

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

KIJ ITM (Osaka) CTS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (299 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (646 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+197% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KIJ → ITM
1h 10m · 299 mi
View KIJ to ITM flights →
Leg 2
ITM → CTS
1h 50m · 646 mi
View ITM to CTS flights →
KIJ NGO (Nagoya) CTS
Leg 1: 1h 20m (249 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (606 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+173% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KIJ → NGO
1h 20m · 249 mi
View KIJ to NGO flights →
Leg 2
NGO → CTS
1h 40m · 606 mi
View NGO to CTS flights →
KIJ UKB (Kobe) CTS
Leg 1: 1h 43m (314 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (661 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+206% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KIJ → UKB
1h 43m · 314 mi
View KIJ to UKB flights →
Leg 2
UKB → CTS
1h 50m · 661 mi
View UKB to CTS flights →
KIJ FUK (Fukuoka) CTS
Leg 1: 1h 50m (572 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (880 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 294 kg CO₂ (+339% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KIJ → FUK
1h 50m · 572 mi
View KIJ to FUK flights →
Leg 2
FUK → CTS
2h 20m · 880 mi
View FUK to CTS flights →
KIJ ICN (Seoul) CTS
Leg 1: 2h 28m (694 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (885 mi) Total: ~5h 13m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+373% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KIJ → ICN
2h 28m · 694 mi
View KIJ to ICN flights →
Leg 2
ICN → CTS
2h 45m · 885 mi
View ICN to CTS flights →

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CTS → KIJ: Flights from Sapporo to Niigata

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Niigata to Sapporo?

A nonstop flight from Niigata (KIJ) to Sapporo (CTS) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 360 miles (579 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Niigata to Sapporo?

2 airlines: Fuji Dream Airlines, ANA.

Is there a nonstop flight from Niigata to Sapporo?

Yes. 2 airlines: Fuji Dream Airlines, ANA.

How far is Niigata from Sapporo?

The flight distance from Niigata to Sapporo 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 Niigata to Sapporo?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Sapporo to Niigata 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 Niigata to Sapporo?

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 Niigata Airport for this flight?

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