Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located in Dallas. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is one hour ahead of Dallas.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DFW to Ottawa flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from DFW to Ottawa. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
DFW is about 26 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near DFW:
Of all flights departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, 73.22% touch down on time at their destination.
DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Ottawa
R 3,531 is currently the best price for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa flight. Return flight tickets start from R 8,133. These prices can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from DFW to Ottawa. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa ticket.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Stay just a quick transfer away if you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is one option near YND. Or check in and relax at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before continuing to your final destination.
Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore parts of Ottawa that aren't the typical tourist stops. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Increase your chances of scoring the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from DFW to Ottawa is a wise move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
The journey will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to YOW. Settle in and get cosy after your DFW to Ottawa flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Ottawa in low season for a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DFW to Ottawa in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa, check out our range of hotels including:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Ottawa must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Ottawa, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another side 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 highlights.