Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dubai: what you need to know
Dubai is eight hours ahead of Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located. Dubai runs on the UTC+4 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your YOW to Dubai flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near YOW:
Of the flights that depart from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dubai
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai flight is RM2,134. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM4,440. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YOW to Dubai, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai ticket.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from YOW to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Dubai. After your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your YOW to Dubai flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to DWC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from DWC three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Before you book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Dubai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YOW to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dubai right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 121 kilometres south-west to Abu Dhabi to tick off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of United Arab Emirates, head for Khawr Fakkān, roughly 113 kilometres east of Dubai. Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park are highlights.