Car and van rental at NEW CHITOSE AIRPORT

Discover Car and Van Rental in New Chitose Airport with Europcar

Hokkaido is Japan's second-largest island and its most famous self-drive destination. With vast open roads, low traffic density, and spectacular natural scenery across every season, it is a dream for road trip enthusiasts. Snow tires are included free of charge during winter, and the multilingual GPS system (English, Chinese, Korean, Japanese) makes navigation simple for international visitors.
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.

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.

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What should you bring at the station ?

Your valid driver license

If needed - an official translation of your driving license or an international driving license for the main driver and any additional driver Please note that if your driving license was issued in the UK, you must bring both parts of your licence.

Credit card in the first and last name of the main driver

In case of prepayment, the used credit must be in the driver's name and presented when collecting it. For some vehicles, 2 compulsory credit cards, including a major one, will be requested. Payment cards bearing the words "debit card", "prepaid", "electron", "maestro", "ecard" printed on the front or on the back of your card are not accepted

Your passport or ID card

Identification documents required: An additional identification document, such as a passport or ID card will also be required. The driver’s license alone is not sufficient.

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