Traveling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa is five hours behind Vienna and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your VIE to YOW flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight is $357. A return fare right now is $628. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from VIE to YOW, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Of all flights leaving Vienna International Airport, 78.59% touch down on time at their destination.
Vienna International Airport is about 23 kilometers from central Vienna. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to VIE:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Consider staying in a hotel near YOW if you're taking a late Vienna International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and explore Ottawa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks before traveling.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is roughly 13 kilometers from central Ottawa. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Vienna International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Ottawa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Vienna International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VIE to YOW in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey about 354 kilometers south-west to Toronto to check off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in Canada, consider Montreal, roughly 153 kilometers east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are highlights.