Travelling from Tokyo to Ottawa: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Tokyo. Check out your options departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when organizing your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa.
Hop off the plane at Ottawa's primary gateway, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
If you hold a passport from Japan, you'll need an ETA to enter Canada. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Tokyo to Ottawa for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Tokyo to Ottawa with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Haneda Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Central Tokyo to HND is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 16 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Haneda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Ottawa, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Split up your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Haneda Airport and Ottawa are:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
NRT is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 58 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa? Relax in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your vacation officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 22 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 41 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YND if you're catching a late flight from Tokyo to Ottawa. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 19 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 43 minutes.
After your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to YOW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Ottawa
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Ottawa is C$688. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,294. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Tokyo to Ottawa, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Tokyo to Ottawa throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flights from Tokyo to Ottawa every day.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tokyo to Ottawa.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Visit Ottawa in peak season if you want a vibrant atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Or, book your flights from Tokyo to Ottawa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Tokyo to Ottawa in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap flights from Tokyo to Ottawa in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Ottawa, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are leading attractions which should be on any good Ottawa itinerary.
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