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 ¥50000 - ¥100000 and takes 17h 2m.

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 2m and costs ¥50000 - ¥100000.

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 2m to get from Melbourne to Sapporo, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Sapporo?

Sapporo is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 4:39 AM in Melbourne and 3:39 AM in Sapporo.

Where can I stay near Sapporo?

There are 870+ hotels available in Sapporo.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 2m
¥54,182–99,582
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 50m
¥102,591–413,325
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 Sapporo(Jr)train
21h
¥86,342–317,632
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
22h 38m
¥104,392–272,142
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 Sapporo(Jr)train
22h 48m
¥58,682–230,182

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

27Weekly Planes

15h 49mAverage Duration

¥50,799Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Melbourne to Sapporo.

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Distance: 9,019.2 km
Duration: 17h 2m

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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