Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Douala is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Ottawa.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your YOW to DLA flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Douala Airport (DLA)
622 € is currently the best price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Douala Airport flight. Return flights start from 1.126 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YOW to DLA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Douala Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights that take off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near YOW? If you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Douala Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Douala Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DLA instead:
Grab a Douala Airport rental car and discover parts of Douala that aren't on every traveller's list. Book your wheels with Avis.
Book your ride from Douala Airport several weeks in advance to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport to central Douala has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Douala Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Douala. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Douala Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YOW to DLA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Cameroon
Yaounde is just one of the many places in Cameroon waiting to be explored once you've seen Douala. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include National Museum of Yaounde (Le Musee National de Yaounde), Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe.
Bamenda is another essential stop in Cameroon and is around 209 kilometres north of Douala. No trip is complete without visiting Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park.