Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
The timezone in Dusseldorf is UTC+1. The city is five hours ahead of Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your YOW to Dusseldorf flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near YOW? If you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
58.21% of flights leaving from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport make it to their destination on time.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dusseldorf
Rs135,995 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs199,504. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YOW to Dusseldorf. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices across each month and pick up an epic deal.
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Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to DUS if you have a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car and explore Dusseldorf and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and Enterprise are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from YOW to Dusseldorf can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
The centre of Dusseldorf is located around 80 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN). After your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The trip will take about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near NRN. Kick back and get cosy after your YOW to Dusseldorf flight at one of these well-located options:
Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo make collecting a Weeze Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from NRN one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
Visit Dusseldorf in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before booking an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to Dusseldorf in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Dusseldorf
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Dusseldorf right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Konigsallee, Rhine Tower and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dusseldorf itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Dusseldorf has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres east of Dusseldorf, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
