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.
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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
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Hokkaido’s largest airport, called the aerial gate of Hokkaido.
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Gourmet food and goods unique to Hokkaido are gathered. Great for choosing souvenirs.
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The observation deck is open for free from April 1 to November 30.
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The New Chitose Airport Onsen is open 24/7 and you can lodge within the airport.
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The aerial gate to Hokkaido where planes take off and land 24/7
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Filled with Hokkaido’s specialties, a fun place to shop
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The Airport History Museum sharing the New Chitose Airport’s past
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Kids love the Ozora Museum’s flight simulation
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The observation deck allows you to watch planes take off and land close by
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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.
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Can I book a flight and train?
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Please book from the airlines and transportation companies.
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Is a passport or other form of identification required for purchase?
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Please contact each transportation company or airlines.
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Do you have foreign language pamphlet?
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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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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!
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When you arrive, you'll probably head straight to your hotel, but on your way back, you should definitely take time to enjoy New Chitose Airport.
If your flight is in the early afternoon or at an odd time, I recommend checking out of your hotel early and spending time at the airport.
There are tons of souvenir shops and gourmet spots inside, so just choosing where to eat or shop is a lot of fun.
Plus, there's the New Chitose Airport Theater, so you can even watch a movie before your flight. Only here and Midland Cinema at Nagoya Airport have theaters inside the airport!
There are plenty of seats and spacious waiting areas, and the free Wi-Fi makes it easy to get some work done.
If you wake up early, it's way better to head to the airport than wait around at your hotel. You'll be glad you did—it's a fantastic airport!
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)