New Chitose Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 18m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About New Chitose Airport
New Chitose Airport is an international airport located 2.7 nautical miles south-southeast of Chitose and Tomakomai, Hokkaidō, Japan, serving the Sapporo metropolitan area. By both traffic and land area, it is the largest airport in Hokkaidō.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
RJCCNOTAMs
RJCCReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01L / 19R | 9,843 ft / 3,000 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 01R / 19L | 9,843 ft / 3,000 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 01L | — | 110.900 MHz |
| 01R | — | 110.750 MHz |
| APP | CHITOSE APP | 120.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.600 MHz |
| CLD | CHITOSE CLNC DEL | 121.900 MHz |
| DEP | CHITOSE DEP | 124.700 MHz |
| GND | CHITOSE GND | 121.600 MHz |
| TCA | TCA | 127.700 MHz |
| TWR | CHITOSE TWR | 118.800 MHz |
Services & operations
Current parking lot D is closed.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHITOSE PCA-8 | Class C | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| CHITOSE PCA-7 | Class C | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 2000 ft MSL |
| NEW CHITOSE CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| CHITOSE CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CHITOSE TCA-11 | Class E | Controlled | 6001 ft MSL | 20000 ft MSL |
| CHITOSE TCA-15A | Class E | Controlled | 2001 ft MSL | 2999 ft MSL |
| CHITOSE TCA-23 | Class E | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 20000 ft MSL |
| CHITOSE ACA-3 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL200 |
| CHITOSE TCA-15B | Class E | Controlled | 8001 ft MSL | 20000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Japan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 21% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 68% | -2,225 ft | |
| Feb | 64% | -2,171 ft | |
| Mar | 68% | -1,542 ft | |
| Apr | 70% | -755 ft | |
| May | 64% | -124 ft | |
| Jun | 46% | 425 ft | |
| Jul | 36% | 910 ft | |
| Aug | 46% | 1,081 ft | |
| Sep | 72% | 524 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | -391 ft | |
| Nov | 80% | -1,223 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | -2,025 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-2,225–1,081 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 656 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 16 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from New Chitose Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for New Chitose Airport?
The ICAO code for New Chitose Airport is RJCC, and its IATA code is CTS.
Where is New Chitose Airport located?
New Chitose Airport is large airport located in Sapporo, Japan, at an elevation of 82 ft (25 m).
How many runways does New Chitose Airport have?
New Chitose Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 9,843 ft / 3,000 m.
Which airlines fly to New Chitose Airport?
Airlines historically serving New Chitose Airport include Air China, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Arrow Air, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, among 23 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from New Chitose Airport?
Historical data lists 37 nonstop destinations from New Chitose Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is New Chitose Airport in?
New Chitose Airport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at New Chitose Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at New Chitose Airport is approximately 9.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near New Chitose Airport?
The nearest airport to New Chitose Airport is JASDF Chitose Air Base (RJCJ), about 1.6 nm to the nw, followed by Atsuma Sky Park and Hokkaido University Yubari River Gliderport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. New Chitose Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.