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New Chitose Airport

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New Chitose Airport

Even if you don’t ride a plane, you can have fun at this aerial gate to Hokkaido.

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This is the largest airport in Hokkaido which spans Chitose and Tomakomai Cities. With the excellent access to the cities, it is called the aerial gate to Hokkaido. On the two 3000m-long runways, international aircrafts take off and land 24 hours a day.

Even if you don’t ride a plane, you can have fun at the shops and facilities at the airport. Fresh seafood special to Hokkaido, Mongolian BBQ, Hokkaido’s soul food, Tokachi Region’s specialty, pork rice bowl, miso ramen, and other Hokkaido gourmet food are all here. Lots of shopping choices are available - Hokkaido sweets, local seafood products, even bags made by a famous saddlery. There are many souvenirs and goods limited to the airport only which some travelers buy just for themselves.

You can stay overnight at the New Chitose Airport Onsen. Facilities for relaxation such as massage services are available. The Airport History Museum shares how this airport came to be. The Ozora Museum lets you have a flight experience with the simulator. Have fun here all day.

Highlights

  • Hokkaido’s largest airport, called the aerial gate of Hokkaido.
  • Gourmet food and goods unique to Hokkaido are gathered. Great for choosing souvenirs.
  • The observation deck is open for free from April 1 to November 30.
  • The New Chitose Airport Onsen is open 24/7 and you can lodge within the airport.

Photos

  • The aerial gate to Hokkaido where planes take off and land 24/7

    The aerial gate to Hokkaido where planes take off and land 24/7

  • Filled with Hokkaido’s specialties, a fun place to shop

    Filled with Hokkaido’s specialties, a fun place to shop

  • The Airport History Museum sharing the New Chitose Airport’s past

    The Airport History Museum sharing the New Chitose Airport’s past

  • Kids love the Ozora Museum’s flight simulation

    Kids love the Ozora Museum’s flight simulation

  • The observation deck allows you to watch planes take off and land close by

    The observation deck allows you to watch planes take off and land close by

  • Enjoy a hot spring in an open space at the New Chitose Airport Onsen within the airport

    Enjoy a hot spring in an open space at the New Chitose Airport Onsen within the airport

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Can I book a flight and train?
A

Please book from the airlines and transportation companies.

Q

Is a passport or other form of identification required for purchase?
A

Please contact each transportation company or airlines.

Q

Do you have foreign language pamphlet?
A

The New Chitose Airport Terminal Building Guide, which shows the stores and other facilities on a floor map, is available in English, Korean, and Chinese (traditional and simplified characters) in addition to the Japanese version.
For other frequently asked questions, please click here.

Reviews

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  • Star
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    Before security, New Chitose Airport has souvenirs from nearly every part of Hokkaido. The shops after security are quite limited, so I recommend buying all your souvenirs beforehand.

    The airport was very considerate. When I visited, they made an announcement that the security lines were getting longer and advised everyone to allow enough time for checking bags and going through security. (The photo shows the airport's animal model exhibit.)

  • 王小鈞
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    Flying into New Chitose Airport in winter means more than being welcomed by dreamy snowy scenery. The airport’s duty-free shops are also a must-visit!

    New Chitose Airport isn’t just the gateway to Hokkaido. It’s a shopping paradise. From Hokkaido-exclusive souvenirs to Royce, LeTAO, Rokkatei, Shiroi Koibito, all kinds of beauty products, drugstore items, and Japan-only goods, it’s easy to buy so much you can barely carry it all.

    I recommend setting aside some time to browse the duty-free shops and pick up all the souvenirs you want in one go. It’s the perfect way to wrap up your Hokkaido trip.

  • W10B
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    It had been many years since my last visit to New Chitose Airport.
    After clearing immigration this time, I saw a FamilyMart convenience store right away on the right, so I immediately went over to buy some limited-edition items. The layout was also very convenient. If you go straight, you reach the domestic terminal, where you can catch flights to destinations all over Japan. On B1, you can take the JR train to central Sapporo, and there are also shuttle buses available. The planning and overall setup have really gotten better and better.

  • Ally Chu
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    Inside the airport, there are various exhibitions and events that showcase Hokkaido's culture, history, and unique features. You can really feel the local charm as soon as you arrive.

  • Hung Tuan
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    This is the biggest airport in Hokkaido, so if you love exploring airports, you're in luck! There's a four-story shopping street in the domestic terminal and duty-free shops in the international terminal, so you'll never get bored waiting for your flight. Even if you're not flying, it's worth a visit just to check it out!

Details

Name in Japanese
新千歳空港
Postal Code
066-0012
Address
Bibi, Chitose City, Hokkaido
Telephone
0123-23-0111
Closed
Depend on facilities
Business Hours
Depend on facilities
Admission
The observation deck is free
Directions
From JR New Chitose Airport Station, walk a short distance
Credit Cards
Accepted (Depend on facilities)
Official Website
Official Website (English)
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