Travelling from Tokyo to Ottawa: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa. Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's main airports.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the primary point of entry to Ottawa.
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4, which is 13 hours behind Tokyo.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Tokyo to Ottawa flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Ottawa
To find cheap Tokyo to Ottawa flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Tokyo to Ottawa flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Haneda Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
To reach HND from central Tokyo, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 14 kms (9 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Haneda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Ottawa, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Haneda Airport, 73.52% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Split up your Tokyo to Ottawa flight with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Narita International Airport and Ottawa are:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The drive from central Tokyo to NRT typically takes 1 hour, depending on traffic conditions. It's around 64 kms (40 miles) from the city centre to the airport.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa? Check in to a hotel near Narita International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 70%.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is approximately 14 kms (9 miles) from the centre of Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Tokyo to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YND:
Go beyond Ottawa and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks before your departure date to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, you may want to book your Tokyo to Ottawa flight even earlier.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 11 kms (7 miles) from the centre of Ottawa. Once you've disembarked your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Visit Tokyo during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Tokyo to Tokyo in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your Tokyo to Ottawa tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Ottawa around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Ottawa, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Journey about 220 miles south-west to Toronto to tick off its popular sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
Montreal is another standout destination in Canada and is around 95 miles east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.