Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX): what you need to know
Oaxaca is two hours behind Ottawa and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your YOW to OAX flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
At the moment, R 3,918 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,281. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YOW to OAX if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, 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 you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to YOW:
Arriving at Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
If you're coming in on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near OAX:
Pick up a Xoxocotlan Airport rental car and discover Oaxaca and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, Economy and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Xoxocotlan Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
Xoxocotlan Airport to the centre of Oaxaca has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
March is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Oaxaca in April.
When booking your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Xoxocotlan Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Oaxaca, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to OAX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Oaxaca. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
Around 370 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca, Ecatepec de Morelos is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
