Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your YOW to TUS flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
R 5,378 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tucson International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 9,587. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from YOW to TUS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tucson International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from YOW to TUS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tucson International Airport.
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, data shows 58.21% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tucson International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to YOW:
Arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS)
If you're landing on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tucson International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near TUS:
Grab a Tucson International Airport rental car and discover Tucson and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tucson International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
TUS is located at 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Tucson International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Tucson. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 3 hours 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tucson International Airport. October is the most popular month to visit Tucson. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Tucson is June, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tucson International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YOW to TUS around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Phoenix is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tucson. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in United States, consider El Paso, about 434 kilometres east of Tucson. Franklin Mountains State Park, Wyler Aerial Tramway and Chamizal National Memorial are highlights.
