Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4, which is seven hours behind Doha.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your DOH to YOW flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DOH and YOW:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
R 12,878 is the lowest price for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 17,271. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from DOH to YOW, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Hamad International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DOH to YOW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Hamad International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
83.59% of flights departing from Hamad International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of DOH.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to DOH:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
If you're getting in on a late Hamad International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near YOW:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Ottawa's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
YOW is located at 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 time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamad International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Hamad International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DOH to YOW sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey about 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, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Canada, consider Montreal, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are the start of reasons to visit.
