Travelling from Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Seoul. Check out your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when planning your flight from Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa. The city is in the UTC-4 timezone and is 13 hours behind Seoul.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Seoul to YOW. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Seoul to YOW that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between ICN and YOW include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
ICN is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Incheon International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Incheon International Airport, 54.5% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
From the centre of Seoul, GMP is approximately 16 kilometres away. When working out the best way to get there, check whether public transport is available or if it's better to drive.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Seoul to YOW flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.94%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to YOW if you have a late flight from Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
Central Ottawa is about 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
At the moment, R 6,789 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 14,219. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seoul to YOW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Seoul to YOW.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
February is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Seoul to YOW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ottawa right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Ottawa when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at Rideau Canal National Historic Site followed by Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Ottawa. Around 153 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Canada, consider Laval, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Le Cosmodôme, SkyVenture Montréal and illumi Laval are among its highlights.