Travelling from Ottawa to London International Airport (YXU): What you need to know
London International Airport is located in London. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Ottawa.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Ottawa to YXU. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a taxi, driving 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 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ottawa to London International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58% land on time at their destination.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About London International Airport (YXU)
Have a late flight from Ottawa to London International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near YXU and turn out the lights sooner:
Pick up a London International Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Avis and National are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Ottawa to London International Airport flight.
Getting from London International Airport (YXU) to central London
Central London is roughly 10 kilometres from London International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to London International Airport (YXU)
R 3,516 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to London International Airport. Return flights start from R 7,879. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Ottawa to YXU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Ottawa to London International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Ottawa to London International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to London International Airport (YXU)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. November is the quietest month to visit London. August is when most people book flights from Ottawa to London International Airport (YXU), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Ottawa to YXU plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to London International Airport in January when temperatures are between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to London International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to London should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Forks of the Thames River, Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Travel about 161 kilometres northeast to Toronto to tick off its must-visit sights. From CN Tower to The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 137 kilometres northeast of London, Mississauga is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Lake Ontario, Lake Aquitaine Trail and Mississauga Valley Park.
