Car Rental at Hakodate Airport (HKD)

Hakodate Airport (HKD) on Hokkaido offers 6 rental agencies and is the smoothest starting point for a car trip in southern Hokkaido. The airport receives flights from Tokyo, Osaka and Sapporo, and with a rental car you don't wait a second for public transportation. Hokkaido's dramatic nature with volcanoes, hot springs and seaside views begins right outside the terminal.

Hakodate Airport is 9 km east of Hakodate Station, about 15 minutes' drive via Route 278. Onuma Quasi-National Park with its volcanic lakes can be reached in 30 minutes north via Route 5. The famous nighttime view from Mount Hakodate is 20 km to the west, about 25 minutes' drive.

Winter driving on Hokkaido requires experience – always choose a car with studded tires or winter tires (November–April). Hakodate Morning Market opens at 05:00 and is just 15 minutes from the airport – perfect if you land early. Book a car in advance during Yuki Matsuri period (February) when Hokkaido is extremely popular.

How long does it take to drive from Hakodate Airport to Noboribetsu? Noboribetsu onsen is about 200 km north, approximately 2 hours 30 minutes via Hokkaido Expressway – a popular hot spring destination. Can I pick up a car at Hakodate Airport and return it in Sapporo?

Yes, one-way rental from Hakodate–Sapporo (about 270 km) is offered by several agencies, but expect an additional fee of 5,000–15,000 yen. Is there 24-hour pickup at Hakodate Airport? Most rental agencies follow airport hours.

Check with your specific agency if you arrive late in the evening.

We compare prices from all major providers at Hakodate Airport so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.