Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of Ottawa and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your YOW to NRT flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
Right now, R 7,702 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 14,651. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from YOW to NRT, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Narita International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, 58.21% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near YOW? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Narita International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and discover Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Narita International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
The address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. The drive time takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
The quietest month for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Narita International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Tokyo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Narita International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Tokyo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to NRT in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Tokyo, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Travel around 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to tick off its leading attractions. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.