Traveling to Japan and going to arrive at CTS airport?
You are in a right place!

We offer safe, reliable and cost-effective private door-to-door transfers from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Sapporo and vice versa, as well as any other transfers from CTS airport or from Sapporo to any other destination.

Furthermore, you can book our affordable chauffeur service renting a car with driver for several hours or for the whole day to use it in Sapporo and its surroundings.

All our drivers are English-speaking professionals, and some of them speak other foreign languages, too. In any case, our English-language customer support by phone or by WhatsApp will be at your disposal 24/7 after placing your order.

HOW IT WORKS

Choose the route and a vehicle

Select service type you need, choose the route (or hourly hire duration), indicate number of passengers and luggage, as well as other necessary details if needed. See the price for different vehicle classes, choose one suitable for you and press Next.

Choose the payment method

Complete the booking form, choose the payment method, press Make Booking button, make online prepayment (if needed) and get email confirmation. When a driver will be assigned to your job, his phone number will be emailed to you.

The driver meets you with a name tag

Your driver will meet you on-site with a name tag at the right time. He will walk you to the car and safely drive you to your destination. At the end of your ride, if needed, you will pay in cash or by card-to-card transfer to your driver.

OUR BENEFITS

English-speaking drivers

Not only English-speaking support: almost always we can provide you with an English-speaking driver, too

Free cancellation

Change or cancel your booking free of charge at any time up to 72 hours prior to pickup time

Always fixed fares

Be it an airport transfer or city ride, we always have fixed fares: you can quote us on that

Different payment methods

PayPal or credit card online, as well as SEPA, ACH and other bank transfers

Flight status monitoring

We monitor your flight status, the driver will meet you just in time, even if your flight will be delayed

Meet-and-greet service

Our driver will wait you at least 60 minutes after the actual landing of your flight

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

Gabi United Kingdom 18.06.2025 Efficient Private Taxi Service for Business Trips! Fast and efficient respond and service. So far we only booked two private taxi services in Europe, one in Rotterdam and one in Nice. In both locations we needed a pick-up from airport and visiting various locations. Quoted price were reasonable and h... Read full text here: Trustpilot

Lauren Boyette United States 07.06.2025 Great driver Great driver. Read full text here: Trustpilot

Michael B Austria 30.05.2025 Exceptional Service and Communication I was looking for a driver to meet us at our Viking ship in Bratislava. I wanted to go to a nearby town so I could visit my mother’s birthplace in Slovakia. I received many “no, we don’t do that” replies until Welcome Taxi said they would provide the... Read full text here: Trustpilot

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

Gabi
United Kingdom

18.06.2025

Efficient Private Taxi Service for Business Trips!

Fast and efficient respond and service. So far we only booked two private taxi services in Europe, one in Rotterdam and one in Nice. In both locations we needed a pick-up from airport and visiting various locations. Quoted price were reasonable and h...

Read full text here: Trustpilot

We proudly provided our services to:

New Chitose Airport (新千歳空港, Shin‑Chitose Kūkō; IATA: CTS, ICAO: RJCC) is the primary commercial airport serving Sapporo and the wider Hokkaido region in northern Japan. Located about 5 km south‑southeast of Chitose and Tomakomai, it is the largest airport in Hokkaido by both land area and passenger traffic.

Key Highlights

• Opened in July 1988 to replace the older Chitose Airport; it became Japan’s first 24-hour airport in 1994, although international flight hours are restricted due to the adjoining Japan Air Self-Defense Force base.

• Traffic & Routes: Handles over 23 million passengers annually, ranking fifth busiest in Japan. The Sapporo–Tokyo Haneda route is the second-busiest air route in the world.

• Infrastructure: Features two domestic runways, a semicircular domestic terminal with 18 gates, plus an international terminal with 8 gates. Also adjacent to a military base with shared taxiways and occasional runway use.

• Facilities: Besides shopping and dining, it houses unique amenities like Japan’s first airport onsen (hot spring), a cinema, Doraemon and Hello Kitty themed play zones, and Royce’ Chocolate World. There's also an on-site hotel (Air Terminal Hotel) and a premium business-jet terminal opened in 2023.

• Transportation: Well-connected by frequent JR train service (~40 min to Sapporo), buses (~70–90 min), taxis, and rental cars. There’s also a free shuttle to Rera Chitose Outlet Mall.

Why It's Special

New Chitose is more than a transit hub—it's a destination. Whether you're warming up in the onsen, catching a movie, exploring themed attractions, or sampling Hokkaido’s gourmet treats, it turns layovers into leisure time.

In summary: New Chitose Airport is a modern, high-traffic gateway to Hokkaido—offering excellent transport links, impressive passenger numbers, and standout amenities that make it unique among global airports.

How to get from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo

Here are the best ways to get from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to central Sapporo:

1. JR Hokkaido Rapid / Special Rapid “Airport” train

• Fastest & most reliable: ~33–37 minutes direct to Sapporo Station

• Fare: ¥1,150 (*plus ¥840 for a reserved “U‑seat”)

• Frequency: every ~12–15 minutes from around 8 AM to 10 PM; outside those hours, local trains run

• Luggage: Regular cars have limited space; reserve a U‑seat if you have large bags

• IC cards: Accepts Kitaca/Suica/PASMO

Recommended when you want speed and reliability, and don’t mind carrying luggage onboard.

2. Airport Limousine Bus

• Duration: ~70–80 minutes (traffic-dependent)

• Fare: ¥1,100–1,300 one-way

• Departs from: 1F of both terminals; boards outside arrivals

• Pros: Plenty of luggage space, some go directly to downtown hotels

• Cons: Slower and subject to road congestion—locals generally recommend the train unless you have lots of luggage or a hotel stop

Ideal for those with heavy luggage, or traveling directly to a hotel served by the bus.

3. Taxi or private transfer

• Taxi (metered): ~¥10,000–¥18,000 / ~60–70 minutes

• Flat-rate taxi: ~¥9,000–¥11,000, bookable in advance

• Private transfer: Pre-booked driver meeting you upon arrival

Best for comfort, door-to-door service, travel with lots of bags or in groups—though much more expensive.

4. Rental car

• Driving time: ~1 hour on expressway (~45 km)

• Cost: Base rental (¥5,500–9,900 for 12 h; higher for 24 h), plus fuel and tolls (~¥1,300)

• When to choose: If you're planning to explore beyond Sapporo (e.g., skiing, day trips). Otherwise, inconvenient in the city due to parking.

Local wisdom from travelers:

“The train is fast and cheaper—no one cares how many bags you have.”
“If you have large luggage, reserve U‑seats or send bags ahead via luggage delivery.”

Quick comparison

Tips for your choice:

• Short on time & moderate luggage: Go with the train. Consider a reserved U-seat if you're carrying larger items.

• Bulky luggage or stay near bus stop/hotel: Choose the limousine bus.

• Traveling with heavy items, family, or for maximum convenience: A taxi or private transfer works.

• Planning to explore beyond Sapporo: Rent a car after arriving.