Travelling from Seattle to Ottawa: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Seattle. Explore your options departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE) when booking your flight from Seattle to Ottawa.
Touch down at Ottawa International Airport (YOW), the major arrival point in Ottawa.
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Seattle.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Seattle 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.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Ottawa
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Seattle to Ottawa flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it simple to find a Seattle to Ottawa flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary Airport (YYC)
SEA is around 19 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
80% of flights departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of SEA.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to YOW if you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Ottawa. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Ottawa International Airport rental car and explore Ottawa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Ottawa International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
YOW is situated at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. Explore your options for making your way into town after your flight from Seattle to Ottawa has touched down.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near YND. Settle in and get cosy after your Seattle to Ottawa flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Typically, the earlier you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from YND as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Ottawa
November is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Ottawa, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Ottawa based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Seattle to Ottawa ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Ottawa around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Ottawa, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are essential stops on your Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres southwest of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Toronto Islands.
Around 161 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, Montreal International Jazz Festival and Cirque du Soleil.