Flying from Ottawa to Chengdu: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Chengdu departing from here.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Chengdu, Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the chief entry points.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Ottawa to Chengdu flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Chengdu
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Ottawa to Chengdu flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Ottawa to Chengdu across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from Ottawa to Chengdu.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ottawa to Chengdu or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Ottawa to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
After your flight from Ottawa to Chengdu has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
After your flight from Ottawa to Chengdu, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CTU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa to Chengdu. April is the most popular month to visit Chengdu. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
Book an Ottawa to Chengdu ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Ottawa to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chengdu right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Ottawa to Chengdu:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've visited Chengdu, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey about 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its top attractions. From 小西街 to 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Tianshui is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without dropping by 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
