Travelling from Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport (NCL): What you need to know
Newcastle International Airport is located in Newcastle. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of Ottawa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Ottawa to NCL.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
When it comes to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, 58% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NCL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Newcastle International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Newcastle's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport flight.
Getting from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to central Newcastle
From Newcastle International Airport, central Newcastle is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Right now, 262 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 516 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to NCL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport (NCL). Visit Newcastle in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Ottawa to NCL plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Newcastle to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Newcastle
Start your Newcastle trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Newcastle International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Hadrian's Wall Path, Chinatown Express and Tyne Bridge are attractions you won't want to skip in Newcastle.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Newcastle will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres south of Newcastle, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in the United Kingdom, head for Glasgow, about 193 kilometres northwest of Newcastle. West End, Glasgow Cathedral and King's Theatre are key highlights.