Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Nsimalen Airport (NSI): what you need to know
Yaounde is five hours ahead of Ottawa and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your YOW to NSI flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Nsimalen Airport (NSI)
At the moment, Rs255,716 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Nsimalen Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs428,469. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from YOW to NSI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Nsimalen Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Nsimalen Airport.
Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights leaving from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport reach their destination on time.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Nsimalen Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to YOW:
Arriving at Nsimalen Airport (NSI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Nsimalen Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NSI instead:
Getting from Nsimalen Airport (NSI) to central Yaounde
Nsimalen Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Yaounde. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Nsimalen Airport (NSI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Nsimalen Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Yaounde. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Nsimalen Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Yaounde, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 35ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from YOW to NSI around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cameroon
You've done Yaounde, now it's time to explore other parts of Cameroon. Travel around 193 kilometres west to Douala to check off its leading sights. From Marche des Fleurs to Rond point bonanjo and La Nouvelle Liberte, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres north-west of Yaounde, Bamenda is another favourite stop in Cameroon. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park.
