Flying from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa is three hours ahead of Vancouver and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Your YXX to YOW flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at 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, it's a good idea 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.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
At the moment, R 1,059 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Abbotsford Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,242. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YXX to YOW if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Abbotsford Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
67.97% of flights departing from Abbotsford Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Abbotsford Airport is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Abbotsford Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near YXX:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Abbotsford Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and discover Ottawa and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Abbotsford Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Ottawa. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Abbotsford Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport for July if you want to visit Ottawa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YXX to YOW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Ottawa, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Canada, head for Montreal, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are the start of reasons to visit.