How to find cheap flights to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Right now, Rs180,601 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to YOW for Rs356,714.
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Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get the lowest price on tickets to Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located, if you book as early as possible. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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If you're not in a hurry to get to Ottawa, think about taking a scenic route. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport if you book a flight with a stop or two.
Best time to go to Ottawa
May is generally the cheapest month to catch a flight to Ottawa.
If you're flexible with your dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to YOW.
August is the most popular month for flights to YOW. Go then if you're eager to see Ottawa at its busiest and best.
February is the quietest period of the year to travel if you want a more laid-back vibe. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Ottawa then.
The weather can make or break your holiday, so consider what type of conditions you want to get away in. Ottawa is warmest in July, with averages of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -19ºC to -2ºC.
September often brings more sun than cloud. With seven days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Ottawa.
January brings the wettest conditions. You can expect around 11 days of rainfall if that's when you're going.
Travelling to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): What you need to know
Fly to Ottawa without any detours. These are some of the popular airlines offering direct flights to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
Consider booking your YOW plane ticket with United. It's the leader in on-time performance, with up to 73% of flights into this hub sticking to schedule.
YOW is located in the UTC-4 timezone.
Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfy hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Check in to one of these after your flight to YOW:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a car hire in YOW. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Ottawa and beyond.
Flights taking off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport reach their destination as scheduled 58% of the time. This percentage provides a snapshot of the airport's overall punctuality.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Getting to central Ottawa from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The distance from YOW to central Ottawa is about 13 kilometres.
If you're planning to catch a cab after your flight to YOW, it'll take around 20 minutes to get to the centre.
Take public transport and you'll be there in roughly 45 minutes.
A good hotel can make all the difference. Settle in at one of these guest-approved stays in Ottawa:
Ottawa highlights
Put these popular sights on your must-do list after hopping off your flight to Ottawa:
Rideau Canal National Historic Site: The perfect place to kick off your sightseeing, this landmark is located around 2 kilometres south of the city centre.
Explorer Rose Garden: You'll discover this park roughly 3 kilometres south of the centre. It offers a nice change of pace while exploring Ottawa.
Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa: This will be another highlight of your trip. A top landmark, it's around 0.48 kilometres north-west of the centre of Ottawa.
How to get to Kanata from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Setting out for the nearby city of Kanata? It's about 31 kilometres from YOW. Allow around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're planning to catch public transport, it'll take roughly 1 hour 50 minutes to complete the journey.
Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Cornwall
Cornwall is another city that's easy to get to from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. It's around 80 kilometres away.
Going there by car will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Explore more of Canada
There are plenty more places to explore in Canada, starting with Montreal. Notre-Dame Basilica, Montreal International Jazz Festival and Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS are must-sees in this city, which is about 161 kilometres east of Ottawa. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the major airport in Montreal.
Laval makes a great addition to your trip to Canada. You'll find it around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Le Cosmodôme, SkyVenture Montréal and Centre de la Nature are major draws.
Or venture to Gatineau, about 19 kilometres north of Ottawa. Canadian Museum of History, Canadian Museum of Civilisation and Gatineau Park are just the start of reasons to go.
