Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Lagos.
To ensure you get on your LOS to YOW flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Charles de Gaulle Airport is a top stopover on the LOS to YOW route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
At the moment, R 13,544 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,022. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LOS to YOW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from LOS to YOW.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
When it comes to Murtala Muhammed International Airport's on-time performance, 64.68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Lagos to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to LOS:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
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 to explore Ottawa and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
The street address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Ottawa. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport for July if you want to go to Ottawa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LOS to YOW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.