Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
The timezone in Dusseldorf is UTC+1. The city is five hours ahead of Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your YOW to Dusseldorf flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to YOW:
58.21% of flights that take off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dusseldorf
R 5,062 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf flight. A return plane ticket starts at R 11,419. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YOW to Dusseldorf. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices across each month and pick up an epic deal.
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Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The distance from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to central Dusseldorf is roughly 10 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near DUS if you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf. Pick one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and explore beyond Dusseldorf's main sights.
Booking your ride from Dusseldorf International Airport about four weeks before your flight from YOW to Dusseldorf can help you get the best possible rate.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
The centre of Dusseldorf is around 80 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN). After your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near NRN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your YOW to Dusseldorf flight:
Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo make collecting a Weeze Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NRN one week ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
Visit Dusseldorf in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before booking an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Dusseldorf, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to Dusseldorf in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Dusseldorf
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dusseldorf, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dusseldorf:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Konigsallee, Rhine Tower and K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen are leading attractions which should be on every Dusseldorf itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Dusseldorf has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres east of Dusseldorf, a visit 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 favourite stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
