Flying from Ottawa to Rennes Airport (RNS): What you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Rennes Airport (RNS) leaving from here.
Rennes Airport is located in Rennes. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is five hours ahead of Ottawa.
Your flight from Ottawa to RNS won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa, YND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
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Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Ottawa to YOW in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Ottawa to RNS flight? Unwind in a hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
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 Rennes Airport (RNS)
Have a late flight from Ottawa to Rennes Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near RNS and shut your eyes sooner:
Grab a Rennes Airport rental car and discover Rennes and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and Enterprise are leading providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Ottawa to Rennes Airport flight.
Getting from Rennes Airport (RNS) to central Rennes
Rennes Airport to the centre of Rennes is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Rennes Airport (RNS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Rennes Airport is R 8,418. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 14,693. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to RNS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Ottawa to Rennes Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Ottawa to Rennes Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Rennes Airport (RNS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Rennes Airport (RNS), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Rennes based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Rennes is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Ottawa to RNS plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Rennes Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Rennes
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Rennes right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Ottawa to Rennes Airport:
Your visit to Rennes should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions you can't miss include La forêt de Brocéliande, Centre Historique de Rennes and Cathédrale St-Pierre de Rennes.
Explore more of France
Rennes is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of France you should also see. Around 97 kilometres south of Rennes, a trip to Nantes will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Les Machines de L'ile, Machines of the Isle Nantes and Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne.
Angers is another favourite destination in France and is around 113 kilometres south-east of Rennes. No journey is complete without a visit to La Tapisserie De L'Apocalypse, Chateau du Plessis-Bourre and Collegiale Saint-Martin.
