Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, making Ottawa eight hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AUH to YOW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between AUH and YOW:
Pearson International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
R 9,793 is currently the best price for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 20,748. These prices can change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from AUH to YOW, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AUH to YOW.
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Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to Abu Dhabi International Airport's on-time performance, 78.54% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near AUH? If you've booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Book a hotel near YOW if you're taking a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and explore Ottawa and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
The street address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Ottawa based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from AUH to YOW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without dropping by Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
