Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Rio De Janeiro is one hour ahead of Ottawa.
To avoid rushing for your YOW to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
YOW is about 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Rio De Janeiro? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near YOW:
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.21% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Rio De Janeiro
361 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return plane ticket right now is 710 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from YOW to Rio De Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Explore without limits with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and find adventure across Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from YOW to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 15 minutes.
Following your YOW to Rio De Janeiro flight, settle in at a hotel close to SDU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU can help you lock in a better rate.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Public transport can take you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your YOW to Rio De Janeiro flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
No squeezing into small cabs, no hauling bags on public transport — with a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car, you're literally in the driver's seat. Browse the types of cars available here at Localiza.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is smart. Along with better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Rio De Janeiro in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Rio De Janeiro plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. About 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista.
If you're eager to discover another side of Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are key highlights.