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Flights from Sapporo

Sapporo, located on the island of Hokkaido, is the fourth-largest city in Japan. Along with being the capital city of the Hokkaido Prefecture, Sapporo is also a popular tourist destination, with millions of tourists taking flights into and flights from Sapporo through the New Chitose Airport. The airport is located just over three miles from the city center and serviced more than 8.8 million passengers in 2010 alone. Airlines handling flights through the airport include Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, United Airlines and Korean Air. A second airport, Okadama Airport, services the city as well but only offers turboprop flights to other destinations around the island.

Parking at the New Chitose Airport

Parking space at the New Chitose Airport is widely available, with over 3,900 spaces offered in short- and long-term areas. The fee for parking is about $1.90 per hour, with long-term discounts available beginning at the seven-hour mark. Long-term rates start at $15. Travelers who need to park for more than 10 days must notify management prior to leaving their vehicle.

Transportation to the New Chitose Airport

Methods of reaching the airport from the city center include the Hokkaido Railway, which operates from Sapporo Station to the airport throughout the day. The trip usually takes around 36 minutes to complete and costs approximately $13. Bus service is available through Hokkaido Chuo Bus and Hokuto Kotsu bus services. It takes up to 70 minutes to arrive at the airport from the main station at Sapporo, with a cost of about $12.50. For speedier service, taxis can be caught throughout the city center, with fees varying according to starting point. A taxi trip from the city center to the airport takes approximately 10 minutes.

A Meal Before Leaving

Before you leave Sapporo, a last meal in the city will give you one final pleasant memory of the town. While you can find great-tasting food throughout the city, some of the standout restaurants include the Nemuro Hanamaru JR Tower Stellar Place for a final breakfast before catching one of the early flights from Sapporo or the Buffet Daimaru Sapporoten for the more budget-minded customer.

Airports in Bangkok

Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is one of the most popular tourist hotspots in the world. In fact, it's second only to London in terms of international visitors. You can book cheap flights to Bangkok with the help of Orbitz.com. Use the powerful Orbitz.com search engine to find exactly the bargain you're looking for. Bangkok is serviced by two major airports: Don Mueang and the recently opened Suvarnabhumi for all international air traffic. Suvarnabhumi Airport is about 20 miles east of the city center. Dozens of international airlines arrive and depart from the modern and state-of-the-art Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Transportation From the Airport

Because Suvarnabhumi is so massive, a shuttle bus service is available to deliver passengers to the car rental center, city bus terminal or long-term parking area. Public taxis charge a 50-bhat airport surcharge. Depending on the traffic conditions, traveling into the city center can take an hour or longer. A public bus service provides transport to several important locales within the city. Bus fare is 35 baht.

Weather in Bangkok

Bangkok has a hot, tropical climate. High temperatures throughout the year hover around 90 degrees. The summer monsoon brings several feet of rain, while the dry winter months may see little or no rain for extended periods.

Things to Do in Bangkok

Two main attractions draw international tourists to Bangkok every year. One is the famous nightlife. Bangkok has an exotic flair that appeals to younger travelers. On the other hand, the hundreds of ancient Buddhist relics and monument offer cultural attractions for the more relaxed, meditative travelers. When you start your trip by searching for cheap flights to Bangkok on Orbitz.com, you'll have the luxury of taking your time exploring this metropolis.