Question 1

What are good hotels near Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport?

Accepted Answer

The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is a casual hotel that is only a 5-minute drive from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport and less than 12 kilometers from the famous Parliament Hill. The Hilton Garden Inn is a modern choice that is a 3-minute drive from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport and is only 8 kilometers from Hog's Back Falls.

Question 2

What is the best way to travel from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport to downtown Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

As Ottawa does not have a particularly extensive public transportation system, the quickest way to travel from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport to the city’s downtown is by either renting a car or taking a taxi. Without additional traffic or bad weather, the drive is approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Conveniently, there is a car rental center located right at the airport.

Question 3

Does Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport have a prayer room?

Accepted Answer

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport has an inter-faith chapel that is located on the first floor of Terminal 1. It is open from 6 AM to 9 PM and often hosts religious services on the weekends. All travelers are welcome to pray or meditate in the chapel, no matter what their religious affiliation is.

Question 4

What shopping options are there in Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you would like to purchase any gifts or souvenirs, stop by one of the Duty-Free stores in Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport. These shops sell a variety of electronics, liquor, cosmetics, clothing and even food items. One store is located near Gate 15 and another can be found near Gate 12.

Question 5

Which other nearby cities does Ottawa International Airport serve?

Accepted Answer

Other than serving as the gateway to Ottawa, Ottawa International Airport serves other nearby cities, including Almonte and Pakenham. Almonte is about a 40-minute drive from Ottawa International Airport, while Pakenham is about 45 minutes from this airport. Therefore, booking your flight to Ottawa makes it convenient for you to connect to these cities.

Question 6

Which airlines can I book when planning to travel with my kids to Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

You have nothing to worry about if you are planning to travel with your kids to Ottawa. If you book Air Canada, you can enjoy boarding your plane before the rest of the passengers if you are in the company of kids below 6 years. This allows those with the kids extra time to arrange their belongings and settle in their seats.

Question 7

What is the cheapest day to fly to Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Ottawa is Friday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as C$ 441. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are C$ 480 on average.

Question 8

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Ottawa is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost C$ 344 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Ottawa is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is C$ 608.

Question 9

How far in advance should I book a flight to Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Question 10

What are the most popular airlines flying to Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Ottawa is Porter Airlines, followed by WestJet and Air Canada.

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