Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Ottawa.
Ottawa and Miami (where Miami International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your MIA to Ottawa flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as March, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct Miami International Airport to Ottawa ticket. Begin your trip at MIA and end it at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Porter Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Miami International Airport to Ottawa.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from MIA to Ottawa with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Miami to MIA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near MIA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Miami International Airport to Ottawa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of the flights that depart from Miami International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miami International Airport to Ottawa flight is R 2,723. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,293. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MIA to Ottawa if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Miami International Airport to Ottawa ticket.
You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from MIA to Ottawa.
Save on your flight from Miami International Airport to Ottawa with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near YOW if you have a late flight from Miami International Airport to Ottawa. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Reserving your ride from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from MIA to Ottawa can help you get the lowest rate.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Miami International Airport to Ottawa. July is the busiest month for a trip to Ottawa. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Lock in a Miami International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MIA to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ottawa right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Miami International Airport to Ottawa:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal National Historic Site and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres southwest of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.