Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC): what you need to know
Anchorage is four hours behind Ottawa and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW to ANC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
R 5,308 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 10,138. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YOW to ANC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights departing from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to YOW? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
If you're arriving on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ANC:
Travel at your own speed with a Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Enterprise and experience more of Anchorage and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to central Anchorage
From Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, Anchorage is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Anchorage. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Anchorage, with temperatures ranging from 4ºC (39ºF) to 17ºC (63ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -21ºC (-6ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YOW to ANC sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Fairbanks is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Anchorage. Around 418 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Pioneer Park, Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge and Georgeson Botanical Garden.
If you want to check out another great destination in United States, head for Eagle River, roughly 21 kilometres north-east of Anchorage. Eagle River Greenbelt Trailhead, Chief Alex Park and King's Eagle River are among its highlights.