Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 55 minutes.
Ottawa is five hours behind Paris, where Charles de Gaulle Airport is located. Ottawa follows the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). There are six services every week between these two airports. Air France offers a 13:10 departure between CDG and YOW.
Allow plenty of time to get on your CDG to Ottawa flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa ticket. Begin your trip at CDG and arrive at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Air France is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from CDG to Ottawa. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
CDG is about 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near CDG. Whether you have an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
61.46% of flights taking off from Charles de Gaulle Airport land at their destination on time.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Ottawa
$609 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket starts at $880. 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)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy accommodation options near YND.
Set your own pace with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that don't always get the spotlight.
Boost your chances of snagging a great price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from CDG to Ottawa is a wise move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can expect the journey to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near YOW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CDG to Ottawa flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 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 to 27ºC.
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 and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ottawa right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Ottawa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are highlights which should be on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
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.
