Cheap flights from Sapporo to Zurich
Reaching Switzerland from Japan requires at least one connection through an Asian hub. You will fly from New Chitose airport and land in Zurich after a layover somewhere between Hong Kong, Singapore or another connecting point. These are not direct flights on this route. Many people search for cheap flights from Sapporo to Zurich when planning a winter break or business trip across continents.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 23 Nov 2026 | from $569 | Search 23 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 5 Nov 2026 | from $741 | Search 5 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 19 Jan 2027 | from $751 | Search 19 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 12 Jan 2027 | from $885 | Search 12 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 1 May 2027 | from $974 | Search 1 May 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 19 Jan 2027 | from $1,200 | Search 19 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 30 Apr 2027 | from $1,494 | Search 30 Apr 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 26 Apr 2027 | from $1,578 | Search 26 Apr 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 5 Nov 2026 | from $2,081 | Search 5 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 20 Dec 2026 | from $2,106 | Search 20 Dec 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 4 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: November — from $741.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $741 | 5 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $765 | 20 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $750 | 19 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $844 | 10 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $882 | 23 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $884 | 26 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $5,094 | 31 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $829 | 1 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $4,994 | 14 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $774 | 6 Aug 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Sapporo | New Chitose CTS | 42 km |
| Zurich | Zurich ZRH | 11 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Summer school holidays and the Christmas period carry heavier prices. The cost drops noticeably in November when airlines offer lower fares without the seasonal demand. You can find dated prices across October through July, so flexibility matters more than locking into a specific week. Midweek departures generally cost less than weekend travel on this corridor.
Airlines and what to expect
Japan Airlines and ANA Wings operate full-service connections through Japanese hubs with baggage included in most fares. Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways Intl provide one-stop options via their major Asian airports. Jet Star Japan appears as a low-cost carrier on portions of this journey. Other carriers like Jeju Air, Hong Kong Airlines, Asiana Airlines and Eva Air connect at various points depending on your routing choice.
Arriving — Zurich
You land at Zurich airport, positioned roughly nine kilometres from the city centre. Trains run directly from the terminal to downtown stations every few minutes. Buses also serve different parts of the urban area. Factor in time for customs and immigration after a long journey with connections through Asia before you can reach your final destination.
Before you go: Switzerland
- Currency
- CHF (Fr)
- Power sockets
- Type C, J · 230 V
- Language
- Romansh, Italian, German, French
- Emergency number
- 112, 117, 118
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +41
- Internet domain
- .ch, .swiss
- EU / Schengen
- Schengen area
- Population of Zurich
- 441 k (2025)
- Time zone
- UTC+01 (Europe/Zurich)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Confirm whether all flights arrive on the same ticket or if connections require separate bookings.
- Check baggage allowances carefully when mixing low-cost carriers with full-service airlines.
- Verify your passport validity meets Switzerland requirements for entry.
- Consider how seasonal travel affects connection times at busy Asian hubs.
- Book flights during November for typically lower fares before peak periods begin.
Frequently asked questions
Sapporo – Zurich: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for November 2026 — $741. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Sapporo – Zurich: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: China Eastern Airlines, Thai Airways Intl, Cathay Pacific, ANA Wings, Jet Star Japan, Singapore Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Japan Airlines, Hokkaido International.
Sapporo – Zurich: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Sapporo to Zurich?
The distance is about 8,945 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 11 h 22 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Sapporo – Zurich?
Sapporo: New Chitose (CTS). Zurich: Zurich (ZRH).
What is the time difference between Sapporo and Zurich?
Zurich is 8 h behind Sapporo.
Sapporo — more routes
| To | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Munich | Cathay Pacific | with a stop | 1 Sept 2027 | from $805 |
| Frankfurt | Japan Airlines | with a stop | 13 Feb 2027 | from $833 |
| London | Thai Airways Intl | with a stop | 14 Jan 2027 | from $975 |
| Warsaw | Eva Air | with a stop | 18 Apr 2027 | from $987 |
| Rome | China Airlines | with a stop | 17 Nov 2026 | from $1,021 |
| Milan | All Nippon Airways | with a stop | 14 Feb 2027 | from $1,180 |
| Vienna | Thai Airways Intl | with a stop | 31 Jan 2027 | from $1,231 |