Travelling from Ottawa to Tokyo: what you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Ottawa to Tokyo.
Hop off your plane in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Ottawa to Tokyo flight.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Tokyo
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Ottawa to Tokyo flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Ottawa to Tokyo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
58.21% of flights leaving from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is approximately 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Pick up a Haneda Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is around 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). As soon as your flight from Ottawa to Tokyo has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 1 hour.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your Ottawa to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa to Tokyo. April is the busiest month to travel to Tokyo. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your Ottawa to Tokyo tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Tokyo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Ottawa to Tokyo:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are must-visits when exploring Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another essential stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.