Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Atlanta and Ottawa (where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located) are both in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your YOW to Atlanta flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Travelling from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to YOW? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Atlanta, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, 58.21% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Atlanta
R 2,357 is currently the best price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Atlanta flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 4,262. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from YOW to Atlanta if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The distance from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Atlanta, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ATL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and experience more of Atlanta and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from YOW to Atlanta.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Visit Atlanta in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Atlanta in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Atlanta flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Atlanta, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are top sights which should be on any good Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta, Charlotte is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
