Travelling from Philadelphia to Ottawa: what you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Ottawa jetting off from here.
Hop off the plane at Ottawa's primary gateway, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Philadelphia.
Leave enough time to catch your Philadelphia to Ottawa flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Ottawa
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Philadelphia to Ottawa flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Philadelphia to Ottawa is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a sweet deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from Philadelphia to Ottawa.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Philadelphia to Ottawa flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Philadelphia International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Ottawa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Philadelphia International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 78.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near YND if you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to Ottawa. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore parts of Ottawa that aren't on a typical itinerary. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Book your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during a peak period, you may want to book your Philadelphia to Ottawa flight even earlier.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. Once you've hopped off your flight from Philadelphia to Ottawa, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at YOW can land you a better rate.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before scheduling your flights from Philadelphia to Philadelphia, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Philadelphia offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to Ottawa tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Ottawa in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Ottawa, explore our range of hotels including:
Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Ottawa itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Canada, consider Montreal, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are key highlights.
