On this page, you can book flight tickets from Sapporo to Yamagata. The distance between the cities is 542 km, and the flight is operated with one layover at Haneda Airport, as there are no direct flights on this route.
Japan Airlines operates regular flights on this route, and the minimum travel time including the connection is approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and price trend chart to choose the best offer.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Sapporo — Yamagata by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $118 in ,, and the most expensive are around $178 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Sapporo → Yamagata, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $101 | high | May | $107 | high | Sep | $88 | medium |
| Feb | $101 | high | Jun | $88 | medium | Oct | $76 | low |
| Mar | $88 | medium | Jul | $107 | high | Nov | $82 | low |
| Apr | $94 | medium | Aug | $113 | high | Dec | $107 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Yamagata is August, when the temperature reaches 27.5°C, while the coldest is January, with frosts down to -5°C. The peak of precipitation and the highest number of wet days (up to 25 per month) occur during the winter period and mid-summer.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in August and start $118. December is considered the most expensive month for flying, with ticket prices increasing $178.
October is an optimal choice for a trip: the weather is comfortable at this time (around 16.7°C), and the flight will cost $127. It is better to avoid the winter months due to challenging weather conditions and the high cost of flights.
Japan Airlines operates regular flights on the Sapporo — Yamagata route. There are no non-stop flights between the cities, so all available options include one connection at Haneda Airport. A detailed schedule, departure times, and connecting route options are provided in the list below.
Flights Sapporo — Yamagata depart from New Chitose Airport and Okadama Airport and arrive at Junmachi Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The total travel time on this route is about 3 hours and 20 minutes. This time includes the layover, as there are no direct flights on this route.
The main carrier is Japan Airlines. Flights are operated with a connection at Tokyo's Haneda Airport.
No, there is currently no direct air service between the cities. All flights are operated with one intermediate stop.
All flights arrive at the main airport of Yamagata (GAJ). Current information about flight status can be tracked on our website.
Flight prices change constantly depending on the season and flight load. The current minimum price for your dates is always available in the low-fare calendar on this page.
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