Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dubai: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is eight hours ahead of Ottawa.
Leave enough time to make your YOW to Dubai flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near YOW? If you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights departing from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dubai
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai flight is R 11,526. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 17,117. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YOW to Dubai, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai ticket.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your flight from YOW to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is around 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 45 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near DWC. Settle in and get cosy after your YOW to Dubai flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make collecting a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from DWC three weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Before you book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Dubai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YOW to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are major attractions which should feature on any good Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 121 kilometres south-west to Abu Dhabi to tick off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of United Arab Emirates, head for Khawr Fakkān, roughly 113 kilometres east of Dubai. Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park are highlights.
