Travelling from Paris to Ottawa: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Paris to Ottawa, there's a good range of airports to depart from. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) are among Paris's main terminals.
Touch down at Ottawa's major arrival point, Ottawa International Airport (YOW).
Around 7 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Paris to Ottawa flight.
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Paris.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are five weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Paris to Ottawa is with Air France at 13:35. Opt for the first CDG to YOW departure operated by Air France at 13:10 to make the most of your first day in Ottawa.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Paris to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Ottawa
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can catch a direct flight from Paris to Ottawa taking off from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Start your trip at CDG and end it at Ottawa International Airport (YOW).
Air France is a well-known carrier that offers direct Paris to Ottawa plane tickets from CDG.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Paris to Ottawa flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
CDG is about 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Paris to Ottawa, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 64% land on time at their destination.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Break up your Paris to Ottawa flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and Ottawa include:
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
Cancun Airport (CUN)
Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Paris to Ottawa? Unwind in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
BVA is around 72 kilometres from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Paris to Ottawa flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Paris Beauvais Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of BVA is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Paris Beauvais Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
The distance from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa is approximately 11 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near YOW:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Ottawa International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Ottawa and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Ottawa International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. Check out your options for making your way into town after your flight from Paris to Ottawa has landed.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near YND. Unwind after your Paris to Ottawa flight at any of these well-located options:
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from YND once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to Ottawa
July is the busiest month for flights from Paris to Ottawa. To escape the crowds, visit Ottawa in November.
Book a Paris to Ottawa ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap flights from Paris to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ottawa right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Paris to Ottawa:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are must-do's during your Ottawa adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. About 354 kilometres southwest of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Toronto Islands.
Montreal is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 161 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without visiting Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, Montreal International Jazz Festival and Cirque du Soleil.