Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN): what you need to know
Kingston's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Kingston one hour behind Ottawa.
To ensure you catch your YOW to KIN flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport flight is 173 €. A return ticket right now is 340 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YOW to KIN, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights that leave from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near YOW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KIN instead:
Explore without limits with a Norman Manley International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Island Car Rentals, Alamo or Final Rentals and see more of Kingston and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Norman Manley International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to central Kingston
From Norman Manley International Airport, Kingston is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Kingston in May.
When reserving your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kingston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to KIN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Jamaica
You've seen Kingston, now it's time to discover more of Jamaica. Travel about 16 kilometres west to Spanish Town to tick off its leading attractions. From Angels Plaza to Cowan's Plaza and Michael Paul Barker Estate, your itinerary will be busy.
Portmore is another well-known destination in Jamaica and is around 8 kilometres south-west of Kingston. No journey is complete without a visit to Keimo Point, Wajo Plaza and Hiking Trail.