Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is 13 hours behind Seoul, where Incheon International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your ICN to Ottawa flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from ICN to Ottawa, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
ICN is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near ICN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, 54.5% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Ottawa
$868 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $1,431. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from ICN to Ottawa, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Incheon International Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest prices across every month and land an awesome deal.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Incheon International Airport to Ottawa by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the centre of Ottawa takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Stay a stone's throw from the terminal if you're jetting in on a late flight from Incheon International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is a good option near YND. Or check in and relax at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before heading to your final destination.
Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore parts of Ottawa that most visitors tend to miss. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from ICN to Ottawa. If you're travelling during peak season, book even earlier to get the best possible rate.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. Once you've hopped off your flight from Incheon International Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Following your ICN to Ottawa flight, rest your head at a hotel near YOW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW will save you money.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa during the high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Incheon International Airport to Ottawa in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Incheon International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ICN to Ottawa around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Incheon International Airport to Ottawa, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are highlights which should be on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its top sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Montreal is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without visiting Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.