Car and van rental at NEW CHITOSE AIRPORT

Car rental at New Chitose Airport (Sapporo): free shuttle, snow tyres in winter

New Chitose Airport is the gateway to Hokkaido. The branch provides a free shuttle from the airport. Central Sapporo is about one hour away by expressway, and Niseko is about two hours away. Studless snow tyres are standard in winter at no extra charge. New Chitose is the only station where winter tyres are standard; every other station offers them as an option.
Suggested self-drive itinerary from New Chitose Airport:
  • Sapporo (30 min from airport) — city centre, Odori Park, Sapporo Snow Festival (February), fresh Hokkaido sushi and seafood
  • Otaru (approx. 1 hr from New Chitose) — picturesque canal town, historic winter-wonderland streets, world-renowned cheesecake at LeTao, fresh king crab stalls
  • Niseko Ski Resort (approx. 2 hrs from New Chitose) — world-famous powder snow, ski/snowboard courses for all levels, private hot spring baths at boutique hotels
  • Furano & Biei (peak: July) — lavender fields, patchwork rolling hills, Blue Pond
  • Shiretoko Peninsula — UNESCO World Heritage wilderness, brown bears, dramatic cliff coastlines
  • Lake Shikotsu — stunning caldera lake on the southern return route from Niseko
Expressway tip: The Hokkaido Expressway Pass (HEP) offers foreign visitors unlimited expressway access across the island at a flat rate — ideal for multi-day road trips. Available from NICONICO Rent A Car at New Chitose Airport.
📎 Reference: Self-Drive: New Chitose Airport to Niseko Ski Resort
📎 Reference: Hokkaido Expressway Pass (HEP)

Why Choose Europcar?

  • Convenient location at NEW CHITOSE AIRPORT, making it easy to pick up and drop off your rental vehicle.
  • A variety of car and van options to suit your needs, whether you're traveling solo, with family, or for business.
  • Competitive prices and flexible rental options, so you can find the best deal for your budget.
  • Excellent customer service from a team of professionals who are dedicated to making your rental experience smooth and enjoyable.
  • Easy online booking process, allowing you to reserve your vehicle in advance and avoid any last-minute stress.

Book Your Europcar Rental Today

Don't wait until you arrive in CHITOSE to secure your transportation. Book your Europcar car or van rental at NEW CHITOSE AIRPORT today and enjoy peace of mind knowing that you have reliable and affordable transportation for your trip.

How to get there ?

The branch is at 2-1-6 Kashiwadaiminami, Chitose-shi, Hokkaido 066-0009. The branch will move on 4-5 November 2026. The new address will be confirmed before the move; until then, please use the address above. When you arrive, call +81-92-687-4556 and tell the team you have landed. A three-way interpreter joins the call. With the domestic arrivals exit behind you, walk left to the end, go through the automatic doors, then continue left. The shuttle meeting point is marked with a sign. If you arrive at New Chitose Airport by train, call after arrival. The shuttle will collect you from the same meeting point used by airport passengers.

What's included ?

CDW is included in the base rate. Multilingual GPS in English, Chinese, Korean and Japanese is included at no charge, except in the smallest T1 and T2 classes. 24/7 multilingual support is available at +81-92-687-4556, with a three-way interpreter. The airport or station shuttle is free for pickup and return. Studless snow tyres are standard in winter at no extra charge.

Pick-up steps ?

1. Arrive and collect your bags. 2. When you arrive, call +81-92-687-4556 and tell the team you have landed. A three-way interpreter joins the call. 3. Go to the signed meeting point outside the domestic arrivals area. The shuttle normally arrives in about 10 to 15 minutes. It takes you to the branch, where you complete the paperwork and leave.

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