Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Ottawa nine hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
To ensure you catch your DEL to YOW flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between DEL and YOW:
Pearson International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
R 10,187 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 18,285. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DEL to YOW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DEL to YOW.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of the departures from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% touch down on time at their destination.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to DEL:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Consider booking a hotel close to YOW if you're catching a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and discover Ottawa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to central Ottawa has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Ottawa in February.
Lock in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Ottawa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEL to YOW in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its leading sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.