Travelling from Orlando to Ottawa: what you need to know
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is Orlando's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Orlando to Ottawa jetting off from here.
Come in for landing at Ottawa's major arrival point, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
The average length of a direct Orlando to Ottawa flight is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Orlando and Ottawa share the same timezone, UTC-4.
The most popular route for flights from Orlando to Ottawa is from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). There are 12 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from MCO to YOW is the 11:20 Air Canada service. If you prefer to travel later, the final scheduled service is at 16:50 with Porter Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Orlando to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Ottawa
At the moment, Rs27,109 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Ottawa. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs55,773. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book three months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Orlando to Ottawa flights.
June is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Orlando to Ottawa. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can get a direct flight from Orlando to Ottawa taking off from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Begin your journey at MCO and come in for landing at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Reserve your Orlando to Ottawa plane tickets with Porter Airlines. This airline is a popular choice for direct flights from MCO.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Orlando to Ottawa flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Orlando International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
MCO is around 14 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Orlando International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Orlando to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.28% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Orlando to Ottawa, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near YND:
Go beyond Ottawa and discover places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices usually increase as your departure date approaches.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
As soon as your flight from Orlando to Ottawa has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is approximately 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
The trip will take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at YOW can get you a lower rate.
You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before securing your flights from Orlando to Orlando, think about which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Orlando offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Orlando to Ottawa ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap flights from Orlando to Ottawa in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando to Ottawa, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are top sights which should be on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Canada, consider Montreal, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are among its highlights.