Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cairo six hours ahead of Ottawa.
Your YOW to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Right now, R 7,275 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,869. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YOW to CAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, data shows 58.21% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near YOW:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Grab a Cairo International Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cairo International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Cairo in April.
Lock in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YOW to CAI around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Cairo, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its top sights. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Egypt, head for Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are highlights.