Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is 14 hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide, where Adelaide Airport is located. Ottawa follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your ADL to Ottawa flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
ADL is around 6 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Ottawa? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ADL:
When it comes to Adelaide Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.6% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Ottawa
R 13,061 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 25,753. These fares may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from ADL to Ottawa, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the centre of Ottawa takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Arriving on a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Ottawa? Pick up your bags and head directly to the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two good options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore parts of Ottawa that most visitors tend to miss. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from ADL to Ottawa. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, book even earlier to secure the best deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Adelaide Airport to Ottawa has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to YOW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ADL to Ottawa flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW can help you lock in a better rate.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Adelaide Airport to Ottawa. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Ottawa in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Adelaide Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ADL to Ottawa around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are major attractions which should feature on every Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Canada, head for Montreal, about 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are key reasons to visit.
