Flying from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa is two hours ahead of Guatemala City and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GUA to YOW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from La Aurora International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between GUA and YOW:
O'Hare International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Cancun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
R 3,986 is currently the best price for a one-way La Aurora International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 7,503. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from GUA to YOW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from GUA to YOW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from La Aurora International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Handy information about La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
La Aurora International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 84.05% of flights that take off from GUA reach their destination without delay.
La Aurora International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Guatemala City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to GUA:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
If you're landing on a late La Aurora International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YOW:
Go where the road takes you with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and experience more of Ottawa and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport about 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.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from La Aurora International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Ottawa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GUA to YOW in January. Temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) then.
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