Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Perth Airport is located in Perth. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is 12 hours behind Perth.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your PER to Ottawa flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
PER is around 10 kilometres from central Perth. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to PER? If you've booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Ottawa, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
73.04% of flights that leave from Perth Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Ottawa
Rs155,236 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Perth Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs337,780. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from PER to Ottawa. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've jetted in on a late flight from Perth Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy options near YND.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover parts of Ottawa that are off the usual tourist route. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from PER to Ottawa. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Central Ottawa is about 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Perth Airport to Ottawa has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
The journey will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to YOW. Unwind and get cosy after your PER to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
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 the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW will help you stay within budget.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport can be found at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Perth Airport to Ottawa. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can be busy. Visit Ottawa in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Perth Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from PER to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from Perth Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are must-visits when exploring Ottawa.
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 check off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Montreal is another standout destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.