Travelling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Porto Airport is located in Porto. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is four hours behind Porto.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your OPO to Ottawa 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 period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from OPO to Ottawa with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Porto, OPO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Porto Airport to Ottawa? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near OPO:
Of the flights that depart from Porto Airport, 74.49% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Ottawa
The best price we've found for a one-way Porto Airport to Ottawa flight is Rs82,640. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs163,930. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from OPO to Ottawa if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Porto Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices across each month and land an epic deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from OPO to Ottawa by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Porto Airport to Ottawa.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
Touching down on a late flight from Porto Airport to Ottawa? Grab your bags and go straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Start your adventure the moment you land with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Ottawa's usual tourist stops.
Boost your chances of getting the best rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from OPO to Ottawa is a smart idea.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. Following your flight from Porto Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
Following your OPO to Ottawa flight, settle in at a hotel close to YOW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make collecting an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW will help you stay within budget.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Porto Airport to Ottawa during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Porto Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from OPO to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from Porto Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are top sights which should be on any good Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its popular sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another side of Canada, head for Montreal, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are the start of reasons to visit.
