Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is eight hours behind Abu Dhabi, where Abu Dhabi International Airport is located. Ottawa observes the UTC-4 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your AUH to Ottawa flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from AUH to Ottawa. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Abu Dhabi, AUH can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near AUH? If you're boarding an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Ottawa
R 11,245 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 16,767. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from AUH to Ottawa, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa ticket.
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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'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Stay just a quick transfer away if you're arriving on a late flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is a good option near YND. Or check in and get some rest at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before travelling to your final destination.
Venture beyond Ottawa and explore places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at securing the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from AUH to Ottawa is a smart move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is around 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Following your AUH to Ottawa flight, unwind at a hotel close to YOW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in an Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from AUH to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Ottawa to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Travel about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its top sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Montreal is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without experiencing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
