Travelling from Shanghai to Ottawa: what you need to know
Shanghai is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Ottawa flying out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Disembark at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the chief entry point to Ottawa.
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Ottawa 12 hours behind Shanghai.
To ensure you get on your Shanghai to Ottawa flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Ottawa
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Shanghai to Ottawa flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Shanghai to Ottawa flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
PVG is about 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a handy hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Ottawa, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, 78.11% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is about 13 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Shanghai to Ottawa? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 86% of them landing as expected.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Shanghai to Ottawa. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YND instead:
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover parts of Ottawa that aren't in every guidebook. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book your Shanghai to Ottawa flight even earlier.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Shanghai to Ottawa has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking 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
Travel to Shanghai during peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Shanghai to Shanghai in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Shanghai to Ottawa ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Shanghai to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Ottawa right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Shanghai to Ottawa:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are essential stops on your Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions 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. Start your sightseeing at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.