Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is Fort Lauderdale's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) departing from here.
Book a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the most popular route. There are 10 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd at 17:15. Go for the first FLL to YOW departure operated by Air Canada at 10:50 if you want to get going earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to YOW.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) leave from this terminal.
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport taking off from FLL.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Fort Lauderdale to YOW. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
From the centre of Fort Lauderdale, FLL is approximately 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Need a convenient hotel close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YOW:
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Book a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from Rs23,880 or travel return from just Rs57,186. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's best to book 2 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to YOW within that timeframe.
The cheapest month for tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Ottawa in February when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Ottawa. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Fort Lauderdale to YOW sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
One of the best ways to experience Ottawa is to check out its top sights. Highlights include Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
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