Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of Ottawa.
For a relaxed start to your YOW to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YOW:
Of all flights departing from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% land on time at their destination.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Tokyo
Rs118,708 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tokyo flight. Return plane tickets start from Rs226,363. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YOW to Tokyo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Follow your own route with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and venture far and wide through Tokyo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from YOW to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tokyo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your YOW to Tokyo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and be on your way in a flash.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT will help you save.
You'll find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Plan your trip to Tokyo during peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tokyo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to Tokyo in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tokyo, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.