Flying from Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): What you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-5, which is nine hours behind Dubai. Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to YOW, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Dubai to YOW with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DXB and YOW include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
DXB is about 14 kilometers from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near Dubai International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the departures from Dubai International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can get to DWC from central Dubai in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Dubai to YOW flight? Unwind in a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 57%.
About Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
If you have a late flight from Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near YOW:
Go where the road takes you with a Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and experience more of Ottawa and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Getting from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
Central Ottawa is around 14 kilometers from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
$636 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Return flights start from $866. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to YOW. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Dubai to YOW.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
November is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Ottawa based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Dubai to YOW plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from Dubai to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Your Ottawa trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Ottawa, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 153 kilometers east to Montreal to tick off its top sights. From Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Canada, consider Laval, roughly 153 kilometers east of Ottawa. Le Cosmodôme, SkyVenture Montréal and illumi Laval are among its highlights.