Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Ottawa four hours behind Edinburgh.
Leave enough time to catch your EDI to YOW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and YOW:
Halifax Stanfield International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Right now, R 4,256 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,273. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from EDI to YOW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from EDI to YOW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights that take off from Edinburgh Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to YOW if you're catching a late Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks in advance.
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 the centre of Ottawa has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EDI to YOW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without visiting Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.