Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT): what you need to know
Mazatlan's timezone is UTC-7, making Mazatlan three hours behind Ottawa.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW to MZT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
Currently, $266 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $587. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YOW to MZT if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
Of all flights leaving Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to YOW:
Arriving at Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
Get off your Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfortable option that's not too far from MZT, unpack your bags at Las Villas Hotel & Golf By Estrella del Mar.
Follow your own route with a Mazatlan International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Ace Rent a Car or Europcar and experience more of Mazatlan and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Mazatlan International Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) to central Mazatlan
Mazatlan International Airport is roughly 23 kilometers from the center of Mazatlan. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
March is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Mazatlan in May.
Before locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mazatlan International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Mazatlan, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to MZT in January. Temperatures average between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Mazatlan has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be explored. Around 434 kilometers south-east of Mazatlan, a trip to Guadalajara will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
Around 418 kilometers south-east of Mazatlan, Zapopan is another favorite stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Andador 20 de Noviembre, Los Guayabos Comunidad Ecológica and Colonia Mexico Park.
