Flying from Jakarta to Ottawa: what you need to know
Jakarta's main base, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Jakarta to Ottawa.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is where your flight will arrive in Ottawa.
Ottawa is 11 hours behind Jakarta and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Jakarta to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Ottawa
To pick up cheap Jakarta to Ottawa flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Jakarta to Ottawa is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and walk away with a great deal.
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Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
CGK is about 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Jakarta to Ottawa, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport's on-time performance, 73.0% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YOW if you're coming in on a late flight from Jakarta to Ottawa. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Start your adventure the moment you land with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that most tourists miss.
Improve your chances of snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Jakarta to Ottawa has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Plan your trip to Jakarta in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Jakarta to Jakarta during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Jakarta to Ottawa ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Jakarta to Ottawa in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Jakarta to Ottawa, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are popular attractions which should feature on every Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
