New Chitose Airport (CTS)

Sapporo, JP 🇯🇵 Large International Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

RJCC

IATA

CTS

Elevation

82 ft

Region

JP-01

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: RJCC

Local Code: Not available

Location: 42.7752° N, 141.692001° E

Continent: AS

Type: Large International Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Sapporo, Japan, consistently receives high praise from travelers, often being described as an airport you wouldn't want to leave due to its extensive amenities and efficient operations. Overall traveler sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many highlighting its blend of entertainment, culinary delights, and smooth travel experience.

What Travelers Love

Exceptional Facilities & Amenities: The airport boasts a remarkable array of attractions, including an Onsen (hot spring), a movie theatre, multiple aviation museums, a Hello Kitty Theatre, and various themed shopping areas like Royce Chocolate World and a Pokémon store. These diverse offerings provide ample entertainment, making long layovers enjoyable.
Diverse Food and Shopping Options: Travelers rave about the extensive selection of shops selling local Hokkaido specialties, including fresh seafood and dairy products, as well as a wide variety of restaurants and cafes, notably the Hokkaido Ramen Dojo. This makes it a destination in itself for souvenir shopping and culinary experiences.
Cleanliness and Staff Efficiency: Reviewers frequently commend the airport for its spotless restrooms and overall cleanliness. Staff are consistently described as very helpful and polite.
Efficient Security and Immigration: For many, the security, customs, and immigration process is noted as quick and painless, often faster than at larger international airports. Pre-filling online forms can further expedite the process.
Excellent Transportation Connections: The airport offers highly convenient and frequent JR rail connections to Sapporo Station, with trains departing every 15 minutes and a journey time of around 40 minutes. Various bus services and private transfer options are also readily available, often with comfortable, clean vehicles and punctual drivers. Parking facilities are also available with online reservations and the first hour often free for lots A and B.

Common Complaints

Limited Airside Options (International Terminal): While the pre-security and domestic areas are bustling, the choices for shops and dining after customs and security in the international terminal can feel considerably narrower and underwhelming.
International Terminal Capacity: There can be very long queues at both check-in and security in the international terminal when multiple flights depart simultaneously, indicating potential capacity constraints.
No Overnight Sleeping in Terminals: The airport strictly enforces a policy against sleeping in the main terminals overnight, with staff reportedly asking passengers to leave when it closes around midnight. The only available option is to pay for the airport Onsen, which can be costly and has rules against tattoos.
Weather-Related Delays/Impact: While not a direct airport complaint, severe winter weather, such as blizzards, can impact travel to and from the airport, affecting shuttle bus services and road conditions.

New Chitose Airport stands out as a top-tier travel hub, offering an exceptional and enjoyable experience with its extensive facilities, diverse amenities, and efficient operations. While the international airside offerings could be expanded, and overnight terminal stays are not permitted, the airport's strengths in entertainment, culinary experiences, cleanliness, and transportation make it a highly recommended gateway to Hokkaido.

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This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Popular Flight Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at New Chitose Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Air Do `ADO` / `HD`	5	408	5	Dec 10, 2025
ANA Wings `AKX` / `EH`	19	358	19	Dec 10, 2025
Japan Airlines `JAL` / `JL`	10	296	10	Dec 9, 2025
All Nippon `ANA` / `NH`	5	135	5	Dec 10, 2025
Skymark `SKY` / `BC`	5	112	5	Dec 10, 2025
Peach Aviation `APJ` / `MM`	4	59	4	Dec 10, 2025
Ibex `IBX` / `FW`	1	52	1	Dec 5, 2025
Fuji Dream `FDA` / `JH`	4	26	4	Oct 22, 2025
Spring Airlines Japan `SJO` / `IJ`	3	26	3	Dec 6, 2025
Jetstar Japan `JJP` / `GK`	2	20	2	Dec 10, 2025

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`01L/19R`	9840 ft	200 ft	ASP	Active Lighted
`01R/19L`	9840 ft	200 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
01L	-	`110.9 MHz`
01R	-	`110.75 MHz`
APP	CHITOSE APP	`120.1 MHz`
ATIS	ATIS	`128.6 MHz`
CLD	CHITOSE CLNC DEL	`121.9 MHz`
DEP	CHITOSE DEP	`124.7 MHz`
GND	CHITOSE GND	`121.6 MHz`
TCA	TCA	`127.7 MHz`
TWR	CHITOSE TWR	`118.8 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`MKE`	Mukawa	VOR-DME	`116400 kHz`
`NA`	Naganuma	NDB	`377 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxi stands are located on the first floor, outside the arrivals lobby of both the domestic and international terminals. Services include standard and jumbo (van-style) taxis. Fares are metered and are a convenient but more expensive option, especially for long distances to destinations like Sapporo.

Rental Cars

Rental car counters for major Japanese and international companies (e.g., Toyota Rent a Car, Nippon Rent-A-Car, Orix, Times) are located on the first floor of the domestic terminal building. After completing paperwork at the counter, customers are typically taken by a shuttle bus to a nearby lot to pick up their vehicle. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is required for most foreign license holders.

Public Transportation

New Chitose Airport is well-connected by trains and buses.

- Trains (JR): The JR Airport Station is located in the basement (B1F) of the domestic terminal. The Rapid Airport Express is the fastest option, reaching Sapporo Station in approximately 37 minutes, with frequent departures.

- Buses: Airport Limousine buses provide direct service to various locations in Sapporo (including major hotels and the city center), as well as to other cities and popular ski resorts like Niseko, Rusutsu, and Furano. Bus stops are on the ground floor outside both the domestic and international terminals.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.