Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is seven hours behind Kuwait, where Kuwait International Airport is located. Ottawa follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your KWI to Ottawa flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Kuwait, KWI can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near KWI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
Kuwait International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that take off from KWI arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Ottawa
406 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa flight. Return plane tickets start at 730 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from KWI to Ottawa, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
Coming in late on a flight from Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa? Grab your bags and head for the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two good options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover corners of Ottawa that are off the usual tourist route. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Increase your likelihood of getting the best deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from KWI to Ottawa is a wise move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YOW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your KWI to Ottawa flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and make a speedy getaway.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Plan your trip to Ottawa in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KWI to Ottawa in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
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All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are essential stops on your Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its popular sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.