What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Sapporo?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Sapporo is to fly and train which costs ¥65000 - ¥180000 and takes 17h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Sapporo?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Sapporo is to fly and train which takes 17h 44m and costs ¥65000 - ¥180000.

How far is it from Melbourne to Sapporo?

The distance between Melbourne and Sapporo is 9019 km.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Sapporo?

It takes approximately 17h 44m to get from Melbourne to Sapporo, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Sapporo?

Sapporo is 2h behind Melbourne. It is currently 7:13 AM in Melbourne and 5:13 AM in Sapporo.

Where can I stay near Sapporo?

There are 1892+ hotels available in Sapporo.

Melbourne to Sapporo - 5 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Sapporo by plane or train

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Fly Melbourne Airport to New Chitose Airport, train
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1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)plane MEL - CTS
2. Take the train from New Chitose Airport to Sapporotrain
17h 44m
¥69,088–174,488
Train to Avalon Airport, fly to New Chitose Airport, train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lara Stationtrain
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)plane AVV - CTS
3. Take the train from New Chitose Airport to Sapporotrain
18h 42m
¥102,258–252,658
Fly Melbourne Airport to Asahikawa Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)plane MEL - AKJ
2. Take the train from Asahikawa to Sapporotrain
20h 54m
¥71,248–197,538
Fly Melbourne Airport to Hakodate Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Hakodate Airport (HKD)plane MEL - HKD
2. Take the train from Hakodate to Sapporotrain
21h 22m
¥89,298–262,048
Fly Melbourne Airport to Obihiro Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Obihiro Airport (OBO)plane MEL - OBO
2. Take the train from Obihiro to Sapporotrain
22h 53m
¥78,588–210,088

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) flights

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16h 2mAverage Duration

¥45,997Cheapest Price

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Distance: 9,019.2 km
Duration: 17h 44m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Sapporo, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Melbourne to Sapporo. However, you can take the bus to Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr, walk to Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS), walk to New Chitose Airport, then take the train to Sapporo. Alternatively, you can take the train to Lara Station, walk to Lara Station/Hicks St, take the line 18 bus to Avalon Airport Terminal/Airport Dr, walk to Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS), walk to New Chitose Airport, then take the train to Sapporo.

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