Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know
Cork's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Cork four hours ahead of Ottawa.
Your YOW to ORK flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Cork Airport (ORK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cork Airport flight is R 20,666. A return plane ticket is currently R 12,115. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YOW to ORK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cork Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, 58.21% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cork Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YOW:
Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)
Book a hotel near ORK if you're taking a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cork Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Cork Airport rental car and discover Cork and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Cork Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
From Cork Airport, Cork is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cork Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Cork in February.
When reserving your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cork Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cork, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YOW to ORK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ireland
Cork has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ireland waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north-east of Cork, a visit to Dublin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle.
Around 209 kilometres north-east of Cork, Tallaght is another favourite stop in Ireland. Start your sightseeing at Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet.
