Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS): what you need to know
Dusseldorf's timezone is UTC+1, making Dusseldorf five hours ahead of Ottawa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your YOW to DUS flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive 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 Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Currently, R 4,853 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,699. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from YOW to DUS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from YOW to DUS.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
Of all flights departing from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to YOW:
Arriving at Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
If you're landing on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near DUS:
Pick up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car and explore Dusseldorf and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and Enterprise are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf
From Dusseldorf International Airport, Dusseldorf is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The quietest month for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Dusseldorf based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Dusseldorf is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to DUS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Dusseldorf has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres east of Dusseldorf, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
