Travelling from Ottawa to Logan International Airport (BOS): What you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Ottawa to Logan International Airport (BOS).
Logan International Airport is located in Boston. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Ottawa.
To ensure you catch your flight from Ottawa to BOS, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
YND is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
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Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Planning to leave from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)? Direct Ottawa to Logan International Airport (BOS) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
From YOW, direct flights from Ottawa to BOS are offered by Porter Airlines.
Porter Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from YOW to BOS.
Flights between Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and Logan International Airport tend to arrive on time more often with Porter Airlines than with any other carrier.
YOW is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Ottawa to BOS flight? Relax in a hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 58.21%.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Logan International Airport (BOS)
Consider booking a hotel close to BOS if you have a late flight from Ottawa to Logan International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Go where the road takes you with a Logan International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and chase adventure across Boston and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Ottawa to Logan International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
BOS is located at One Harborside Drive.
Getting from Logan International Airport (BOS) to central Boston
Logan International Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Boston. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Logan International Airport (BOS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Logan International Airport is R 2,145. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,665. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to BOS. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Ottawa to Logan International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Logan International Airport (BOS)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Ottawa to Logan International Airport (BOS). August is the peak month for travel to Boston. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in May.
Before locking in your Ottawa to BOS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Boston, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Logan International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Boston
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Logan International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Boston:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Quincy Market are leading attractions which should be on any good Boston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Boston is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres south-west of Boston, a trip to Yonkers will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Westchester, Unity Park and Philipse Manor Hall.
Around 137 kilometres west of Boston, Springfield is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Titanic Museum, Basketball Hall of Fame and Springfield Museums.
