Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Around 6 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa.
Ottawa is five hours behind Paris, where Charles de Gaulle Airport is located. Ottawa runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
With six weekly departures between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the most popular route. Board Air France's 13:10 flight to get your journey from CDG to YOW underway.
For a relaxed start to your CDG to Ottawa flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa ticket. Start your trip at CDG and end it at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Check out the promotions from Air France. This airline has direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from CDG to Ottawa, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near CDG:
61.46% of flights that take off from Charles de Gaulle Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Ottawa
$477 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket starts at $775. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap flights from CDG to Ottawa, book your trip two months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
Touching down on a late flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa? Collect your luggage and go straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Go beyond Ottawa and explore places that usually fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Improve your chances of getting the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from CDG to Ottawa is a good idea.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is around 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near YOW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your CDG to Ottawa flight:
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at YOW can get you a lower rate.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before you book your flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CDG to Ottawa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are must-do's during your Ottawa adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.



