Flying from Beijing to Ottawa: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Beijing. Check out your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when organising your flight from Beijing to Ottawa.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the primary gateway where you can disembark in Ottawa.
To ensure you catch your flight from Beijing to Ottawa, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You will need an embassy visa for Canada if you have a passport from China and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Beijing to Ottawa, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Beijing to Ottawa with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
To reach PEK from central Beijing, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Ottawa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Break up your flight from Beijing to Ottawa with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Beijing Capital International Airport and Ottawa are:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Driving from central Beijing to PKX generally takes 1 hour and 3 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Beijing to Ottawa? Unwind in a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes around 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 41 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:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Beijing to Ottawa has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 19 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can expect the trip to take about 43 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YOW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Beijing to Ottawa:
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Ottawa
At the moment, 492 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Ottawa. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.130 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Beijing to Ottawa. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Beijing to Ottawa is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Or, book your flights from Beijing to Ottawa in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your flight from Beijing to Ottawa, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Beijing to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Ottawa:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are leading attractions which should feature on every Ottawa itinerary.
Complete your Ottawa trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Beijing to Ottawa. Whether you want an SUV, a compact ride or something with all the extras, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
