First nonstop flight from California to legendary Japanese ski destination announced
United Airlines has announced the first nonstop flights from San Francisco to Sapporo, Japan, starting in December 2026. The service will operate three times a week during the winter season, providing an alternative for California skiers. Sapporo is known for its heavy snowfall and numerous ski resorts, making it an attractive destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
- ▪United Airlines will offer three direct flights weekly from San Francisco International Airport to Sapporo, Japan.
- ▪The flights will begin in December 2026 and run through March 27, 2027.
- ▪Sapporo is recognized for receiving nearly 200 inches of snowfall each year and has several popular ski resorts.
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Metro First nonstop flight from California to legendary Japanese ski destination announced By Katie Jerkovich Published May 23, 2026, 5:44 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Golden State skiers can soon jet halfway across the world to get their fix with the announcement of nonstop flights from the Bay Area to an iconic ski destination of Sapporo, Japan. United recently announced that it will offer three direct flights weekly from San Francisco International Airport to Sapporo on the island of Hokkaido starting in December 2026 — marking the first nonstop service from the continental US to the Japanese city. 5 Skiers in California will soon have an alternative for their winter sport.
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