Flying from Ottawa to Paris: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Paris departing from here.
Step off the plane at one of Paris's major entry points like Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Alternatively, arrive at this city landing at Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
The average length of a direct Ottawa to Paris flight is 6 hours 55 minutes.
To ensure you board your Ottawa to Paris flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Paris
Right now, Rs79,235 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Paris. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs152,617. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap Ottawa to Paris flights by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Ottawa to Paris. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Ottawa to Paris, you can leave from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Fly from YOW to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in one continuous trip.
Air France is a well-known carrier that offers direct Ottawa to Paris plane tickets leaving from YOW.
YOW is about 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Paris, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is approximately 23 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CDG:
Go where the road takes you with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and find adventure across Paris and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Paris. After your flight from Ottawa to Paris, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 55 minutes.
After your flight from Ottawa to Paris, rest your head at a hotel close to ORY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Ottawa to Paris has arrived. Central Paris is about 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport can take you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near BVA after your Ottawa to Paris flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Take control of the next chapter of your journey with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar make getting on the road effortless.
About three weeks before your flight from Ottawa to Paris is a good time to secure your ride from BVA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or get access to early bird discounts.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
January is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Paris, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Paris based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in an Ottawa to Paris ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Ottawa to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Paris, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-do's during your Paris adventure.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Travel around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its popular sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.