Sapporo Okadama Airport — Sapporo, Japan

Sapporo Okadama Airport, coded OKD, is a secondary airport serving Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, Japan, distinct from the larger and more internationally connected New Chitose Airport. Okadama primarily handles smaller regional flights, general aviation, and helicopter operations, making it more convenient for short-haul routes within Hokkaido compared to the larger commercial hub. The airport's closer proximity to central Sapporo makes it a practical option for regional business travelers and general aviation pilots, avoiding the longer transfer times associated with New Chitose. OKD also supports flight training and emergency medical helicopter services important to Hokkaido's rural areas. As Hokkaido's second airport for the Sapporo metropolitan area, Okadama fills a specialized regional niche within Japan's broader domestic aviation network.