Flying from Atlanta to Ottawa: what you need to know
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is Atlanta's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Ottawa leaving from here.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is where you'll be landing in Ottawa.
Atlanta and Ottawa share the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Atlanta to Ottawa flight.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Ottawa
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Atlanta to Ottawa flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Atlanta to Ottawa throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
We make it simple to book an Atlanta to Ottawa flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Atlanta to ATL takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to Ottawa, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
76.64% of flights that leave from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport make it to their destination on time.
ATL's address is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Atlanta to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near YND:
Go beyond Ottawa and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices generally rise closer to your day of departure.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Central Ottawa is around 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Atlanta to Ottawa has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make collecting an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before locking in your flights from Atlanta to Atlanta, think about which time of year works best for you. High season in Atlanta offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in an Atlanta to Ottawa ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap flights from Atlanta to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Ottawa right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Ottawa:
Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Ottawa itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Ottawa, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its popular sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Canada, consider Montreal, about 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are highlights.
