Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Beijing: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 12 hours ahead of Ottawa.
Leave plenty of time to make your YOW to Beijing flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
YOW is about 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to YOW? If you're catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beijing, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
58.21% of flights taking off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Beijing
The best price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beijing flight is $1,123. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,075. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from YOW to Beijing. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beijing is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices across each month and land a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to PEK if you have a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beijing. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and explore corners of Beijing that aren't the typical tourist stops. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Boost your chances of scoring the best rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from YOW to Beijing is a wise move.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Central Beijing is around 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beijing has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Following your YOW to Beijing flight, unwind at a hotel near PKX. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
Before booking your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Beijing offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Book your Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beijing flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Beijing, browse our selection of hotels including:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are a couple of major attractions to put on your Beijing must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.