New Chitose Airport to Sapporo: Private Transfer via Lake Shikotsu

Skip the taxi queue: private car from New Chitose to Sapporo, luggage included

You get picked up at arrivals with a welcome board, driven to your Sapporo hotel in a private air-conditioned car, and the driver tracks your flight so there's no guessing where to meet. Luggage assistance and child seats are included. The optional Lake Shikotsu route adds scenic time if you arrive early and aren't rushing to check in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private airport transfer to Sapporo

• Meet driver with welcome board
• Provide flight number and luggage info
• Travel from New Chitose Airport
• Drive via Lake Shikotsu
• Arrive at Sapporo destination

The experience

"We make sure you arrive without stress," the driver said when I called to confirm my flight number. That's the whole point of Tabi Daruma's airport transfer service. You land, find the welcome board with your name, and someone who's been doing this since 1958 gets you to your hotel in Sapporo without the negotiation, the language barrier, or the hunt for a taxi rank. The company's built its reputation on customer satisfaction in the Sapporo area, and it shows in the small details: they ask for your luggage count beforehand, they know your flight number, they track arrivals so there's no standing around wondering if you're in the right place.

The drive from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo takes you through the Hokkaido landscape, and if you have time and want to break up the journey, you can route via Lake Shikotsu: a scenic detour that turns a transfer into something closer to a proper arrival. The vehicle is air-conditioned, the driver speaks English, and if you're traveling with kids, child seats are available on request. Luggage goes in the trunk, not on your lap. If you're heading the other way, hotel to airport, you just tell them what time you need to leave, and they pick you up from your accommodation.

One thing to know: this is a one-way booking. If you need both directions, you'll make two separate reservations, one for arrival and one for departure. The service is wheelchair accessible, and they'll work with you even if there's a language gap, though the driver speaks English and Chinese. It's the kind of thing that sounds small until you're jet-lagged, rolling two suitcases, and someone's already waiting for you with a sign.

What’s included

• Your transfer includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, a welcome board greeting at arrivals, luggage assistance, and flight tracking so the driver knows when to expect you.
• Child seats are available upon request at no extra charge.
• If you choose the Lake Shikotsu route, that scenic detour is part of the same service.

Options for this experience

5 options

From Okadama Airport to SapporoNo fixed timePick-up at Okadama Airport: the driver meets you at the airport arrival gate. Pickup is included.

From Sapporo to Okadama AirportNo fixed timeIncludes pickup.

From New Chitose Airport to SapporoNo fixed timePick-up at New Chitose Airport: the driver meets you at the airport arrival gate. Pickup is included.

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From Sapporo to New Chitose AirportNo fixed timeHiace van: accommodates up to 9 people. Pickup is included.

Via Lake ShikotsuNo fixed timeFlexible check-in timing: you don't need to worry about the check-in time, as the schedule can be adjusted. Duration: 1 hour, with a 1-hour stop at Lake Shikotsu. Route: New Chitose Airport, via Lake Shikotsu, to Sapporo. Convenient for adjusting your time to check in to the hotel. There are 8 rear seats, providing enough luggage space for the number of people. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Book this if you're landing with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and language negotiation. The driver meets you by name, knows your flight, and takes you straight to your hotel without you arranging anything else.

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Top questions

How do I know where to meet the driver at New Chitose Airport?

The driver holds a welcome board with your name at the arrivals area. You provide your flight number in advance so they know when to expect you.

Can I add a stop at Lake Shikotsu on the way to Sapporo?

Yes, the Lake Shikotsu route is available as an option if you have time and want a scenic detour during the transfer.

What if I'm traveling with a child?

Child seats are available upon request. Let the company know the child's age and size when you book.

Is this service available for hotel-to-airport transfers too?

Yes, but you'll need to make a separate booking for the return journey. You provide your preferred pickup time from your hotel.

What if my flight is delayed?

The driver tracks your flight, so they'll know if you're delayed and will adjust their arrival time at the airport accordingly.

Does the driver speak English?

Yes, the driver speaks English and Chinese. They'll do their best to assist even if there's a language gap.

How much luggage can I bring?

Let the company know the number of bags when you book so they can confirm the vehicle has space.

Is the vehicle wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the service is wheelchair accessible and all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.