Travelling from Dallas to Ottawa: what you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is Dallas's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dallas to Ottawa leaving from here.
Come in for landing at Ottawa's primary gateway, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Dallas.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Dallas to Ottawa flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Ottawa
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Dallas to Ottawa flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
We make it a breeze to find a Dallas to Ottawa flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dallas to Ottawa, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, data shows 73.22% of flights complete their journey on time.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to YND if you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas to Ottawa. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore corners of Ottawa that most visitors tend to miss. Book your wheels with Hertz.
Increase your chances of getting the best possible rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Central Ottawa is located around 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). After your flight from Dallas to Ottawa has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Have a think about your travel dates before locking in your flight from Dallas to Dallas. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Dallas in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Dallas to Ottawa ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap flights from Dallas to Ottawa around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from Dallas to Ottawa, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Ottawa to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres to the south-west, popular attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
