Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Charlotte and Ottawa are in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CLT to YOW flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CLT and YOW include:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
152 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Return flights start at 349 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from CLT to YOW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CLT to YOW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of the departures from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 4 hours 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to CLT? If you're catching an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and explore Ottawa and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Ottawa in February.
When reserving your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CLT to YOW sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
