Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 35 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa.
Ottawa and New York (where Newark Liberty International Airport is located) are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
With 35 flights a week between the two airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the busiest route. Porter Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:50. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from EWR to YOW is with United Airlines at 20:29.
To avoid missing your EWR to Ottawa flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa ticket. Begin your journey at EWR and touch down at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Take to the skies with United Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from EWR to Ottawa with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
EWR is around 14 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near EWR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
71% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
EWR's address is Building 1, Conrad Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Ottawa
RM471 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM1,070. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from EWR to Ottawa, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near YOW:
Reserving your vehicle from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from EWR to Ottawa can help you get the best possible rate.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
July is the most popular month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa. To avoid the crowds, head to Ottawa in January.
Before booking a Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EWR to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal National Historic Site and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the southwest, top sights here include CN Tower, The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.