Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa is 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of Chicago, where O'Hare International Airport is located.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the most traveled route, with 21 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from ORD to YOW is with United Airlines at 18:20. Choose the first departure operated by United Airlines at 07:15 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid rushing for your ORD to Ottawa flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa tickets are available for booking. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is where you'll be landing.
Be on the lookout for promotions from United Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from ORD to Ottawa, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near ORD. Whether you're taking an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
74.85% of flights that take off from O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ottawa
R 1,823 is currently the best price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa flight. Return flight tickets start at R 5,425. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ORD to Ottawa.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Touching down on a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa? Grab your luggage and head straight to the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Start your adventure the moment you land with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Ottawa's usual tourist stops.
To secure the best deal, book your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from ORD to Ottawa. Prices generally rise closer to your day of departure.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YOW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your ORD to Ottawa flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Visit Ottawa during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to Ottawa in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are essential stops on your Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include 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.
