Flying from Beijing to Ottawa: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Beijing. Explore your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when searching for a flight from Beijing to Ottawa.
Hop off the plane at Ottawa's major arrival point, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4, which is 12 hours behind Beijing.
To ensure you catch your Beijing to Ottawa flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Ottawa
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Beijing to Ottawa flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
We make it a cinch to find a Beijing to Ottawa flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Central Beijing to PEK is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 40 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Need a handy hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Ottawa, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to Beijing Capital International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.67% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
On public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Beijing to Ottawa, unwind in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
Daxing International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 89% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is approximately 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Ottawa. Book one of these accommodation options near YND instead:
Go beyond Ottawa and discover places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Boost your chances of scoring the best deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks in advance is a smart move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
As soon as your flight from Beijing to Ottawa has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 45 minutes.
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before you book your flights from Beijing to Beijing, think about which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Beijing offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Beijing to Ottawa ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Ottawa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Ottawa, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. About 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without dropping by Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.