Travelling from Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, making Ottawa two hours ahead of Fort Mcmurray.
To ensure you get on your YMM to YOW flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Currently, 203 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Fort McMurray International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 318 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YMM to YOW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Fort McMurray International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
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Handy information about Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM)
When it comes to Fort McMurray International Airport's on-time performance, 67.22% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Fort McMurray International Airport from central Fort Mcmurray, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Fort McMurray International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, check out Travelodge by Wyndham Fort McMurray. It's a quick drive from YMM.
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Reserve a hotel close to YOW if you're taking a late Fort McMurray International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and explore Ottawa and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to the centre of Ottawa has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Fort McMurray International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Ottawa. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Fort McMurray International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YMM to YOW around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If there's time to check out another corner of Canada, head for Montreal, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are highlights.
