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A metred taxi from Newark Airport to New York will cost around $57 (C$ 76), which already includes the initial charge of $3 (C$ 4) and the $15 (about C$ 20) for the Lincoln Tunnel toll. If you take an Uber, expect to pay approximately $40 (C$ 54) for the same route, including the toll.

On average, expect to pay about $40 (C$ 54) for a cab ride from LaGuardia to the city centre. Please note that all taxis are metred and the metre should read $3 (C$ 4) when you enter the vehicle. Expect to pay around the same amount for a rideshare.

All airports in New York have pet relief areas, including the ones you’ll most likely travel to from Ottawa. At LaGuardia, the most convenient area for arriving passengers is just outside the baggage claim area of Terminal C. At Newark Airport, you’ll find pet relief areas in Terminal C.

To travel to one of New York's neighbourhoods or to a subway station, you must take one of the MTA buses that depart from Terminal C. The bus that you choose will depend on your final destination. For example, if you're travelling to Manhattan, North of 59th Street, you must take the M60 SBS bus, but if you're travelling South of 59th Street, you must take Q70 SBS LaGuardia Link. A one-way ticket costs $2.75 (about C$ 3.70), and it's easier to pay for your fare with a MetroCard, which can be purchased at the airport.

From Newark Airport, you can take the NJ Express Bus that departs from bus stop 5 at Terminal A and stops at Grand Central Station. From Terminal C, take the bus that leaves from stops 5 and 6 towards Port Authority Bus Terminal on 41st Street. A one-way ticket costs $18 (about C$ 24).

The quickest way to go from the city center to Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is by car, which willon average take between 15 and 20 minutes in total. Otherwise, you can take public transportation, such as the VIA Rail line, which will bring you to the airport in around 45 minutes to 1 hour.

If you would like to unwind after a long day of traveling, you can always take a shower at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Shower facilities are available at a few different lounges, including the Primeclass Lounge. There are also shower facilities available at the TWA Hotel and the Minute Suites.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) has a car rental center that is accessible via the AirTrain to Station P3. There are a few different rental companies that have offices at the airport, including Alamo, National, and Thrifty.

If you will be driving to Ottawa International Airport (YOW), there are a few different parking options that you can choose from. The P1 parking garage offers parking for up to 24 hours and typically uses an hourly rate. The P4 parking garage offers long-term parking options, including daily, weekly, and monthly rates.

Among airlines operating Ottawa to New York flights:

• Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Air Canada: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

2 airlines operate flights between Ottawa and New York. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Porter Airlines

Flights from Ottawa to New York usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Porter Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to New York:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

On this route, direct and layover fares are close on average, with direct at C$ 429 round-trip and layover options via Toronto Island (YTZ) at C$ 413.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 35–C$ 139 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from Ottawa to New York most commonly connect through:

• Toronto Island (YTZ) – 62% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 1% of one-stop connections

Toronto Island (YTZ) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 7% on the Ottawa to New York route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 424 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 454, a difference of C$ 29. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Ottawa to New York flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ottawa to New York:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:39 am
• Latest: departs at 6:01 pm and lands at 7:40 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 39m.

Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 55% above the route average of C$ 428. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A direct flight from Ottawa to New York takes 1h 39m, covering 845 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 329 to C$ 2,503. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Ottawa to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 240, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 55m, compared with 4h 12m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 15m via Toronto Island (YTZ).

Since New York is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around C$ 29:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around C$ 22:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around C$ 39:

• Ace
• Budget
• Alamo
• Dollar
• Hertz

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to New York range from C$ 358 to C$ 537, with an average of C$ 428 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 358 counts as a good deal.