Flying from Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to jet off from in Glasgow. Check out your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when reserving your flight from Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Ottawa is four hours behind Glasgow. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Glasgow to YOW.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Glasgow to YOW, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is one option when you're setting off from Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Glasgow International Airport:
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on schedule at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to YOW flight:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure reflects how often flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Consider booking a hotel close to YOW if you're catching a late flight from Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
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Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is R 3,153. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,507. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to YOW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Ottawa. August is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to YOW plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Ottawa right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Glasgow to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Ottawa when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Rideau Canal National Historic Site followed by Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. About 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, a trip to Montreal will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Canada, head for Laval, about 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Le Cosmodôme, SkyVenture Montréal and illumi Laval are highlights.
