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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 792
Typical prices: C$ 809-C$ 1,249
Air Transat
Wed 24/10Fri 2/11
YOW - CDG • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 794
Typical prices: C$ 830-C$ 1,366
Air France
Mon 5/11Sun 11/11
YOW - CDG • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Air France. Average duration is 6h 54m
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Most punctual • 79% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 795 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Charles de Gaulle (YOW-CDG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Charles de Gaulle

Sat, 24 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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8:55 p.m. - 10:40 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
31h 45m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:10 a.m. - 8:13 a.m.CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-YOW Ottawa
27h 03m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 792Air Transat
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
Air France Logo
5:10 p.m. - 6:10 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
7h 00mdirect
Air France Logo
1:10 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-YOW Ottawa
7h 50mdirect
C$ 794Air France
Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
Air France Logo
5:10 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
6h 50mdirect
Air France Logo
1:10 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-YOW Ottawa
7h 55mdirect
C$ 794Air France
Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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12:45 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
14h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:10 a.m. - 5:58 p.m.CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-YOW Ottawa
12h 48m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 798Air Transat
Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
Air Canada Logo
12:30 p.m. - 7:20 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
12h 50m2 stops Québec City Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
2:00 p.m. - 9:47 a.m.CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-YOW Ottawa
25h 47m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 851Air Canada
Thu, 12 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Air Canada Logo
12:30 p.m. - 10:25 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
15h 55m2 stops Québec City Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
2:00 p.m. - 9:52 p.m.CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-YOW Ottawa
13h 52m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 856Air Canada
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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5:40 p.m. - 7:20 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
31h 40m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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2:00 p.m. - 10:32 p.m.CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-YOW Ottawa
14h 32m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 862Lufthansa
Sun, 27 Sep - Thu, 15 Oct
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2:45 p.m. - 7:05 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
10h 20m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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7:25 a.m. - 1:58 p.m.CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-YOW Ottawa
12h 33m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 883Lufthansa
Thu, 26 Nov - Fri, 26 Feb
KLM Logo
5:30 a.m. - 9:35 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
22h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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2:30 p.m. - 12:44 a.m.CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-YOW Ottawa
16h 14m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 954KLM
Tue, 29 Sep - Sun, 1 Nov
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6:25 p.m. - 3:35 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
15h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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10:30 a.m. - 12:44 a.m.CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-YOW Ottawa
20h 14m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,184KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport start at C$ 792. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 809 to C$ 1,249. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 792 on Air Transat.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at C$ 803 round-trip.
•December (C$ 1,374) and July (C$ 1,276) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Ottawa to Charles de Gaulle

 
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Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew

Expert on YOW

Mark Stachiew has been exploring the world and writing about it for more than 30 years. His travel stories have appeared in numerous newspapers, magazines and online publications in Canada, the United States and beyond.

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Robert Schrader

Expert on CDG

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 384
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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Your Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights:

    • Air France: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Only Air France operates flights between Ottawa and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air France: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 795 round-trip via Calgary (YYC), compared to C$ 1,023 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 112–C$ 139 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    The Boeing 777-200/200ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air France and Virgin Atlantic. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 88% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    On the Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 16%. Sunday is the cheapest day at C$ 893 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 1,050 – a C$ 158 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 9 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport are Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Champs-Elysées. These are among the most viewed places in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:10 pm and lands at 12:04 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:25 pm and lands at 1:19 am.

    The flight takes about 6h 54m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 7% above the route average of C$ 938. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport take?

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport takes 6h 54m, covering 9,099 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 792 to C$ 5,882. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 906, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does Air France's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights?

    Air France is the only airline operating Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights. 79% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 47m, compared with 11h 58m via Newark (EWR) and 12h 03m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 6 hours ahead of Ottawa (Central European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)?

    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Goldcar Rental SP

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport range from C$ 809 to C$ 1,249, with an average of C$ 938 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 809 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 893 – about C$ 158 less than Friday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 803 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 570 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Calgary Airport (YYC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 795 round-trip on this route – about C$ 228 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Ottawa Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle

Monday

Air France

Air France

Tuesday

Air France

Air France

Wednesday

Air France

Air France

Thursday

Air France

Air France

Friday

Air France

Air France

Saturday

Air France

Air France

Sunday

Air France

Air France

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Direct returns

Paris Charles de Gaulle to Ottawa

Monday

Air France

Air France

Tuesday

Air France

Air France

Wednesday

Air France

Air France

Thursday

Air France

Air France

Friday

Air France

Air France

Saturday

Air France

Air France

Sunday

Air France

Air France

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