Travelling from Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM): What you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM).
Rotterdam The Hague Airport is located in Rotterdam. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is five hours ahead of Ottawa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Ottawa to RTM.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
YND is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport? Stay at a hotel near Ottawa Gatineau Airport, like Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport will also put you moments from your departure gate.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is about 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Ottawa to RTM flight? Relax in a hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
58.21% of flights taking off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near RTM:
Pick up a Rotterdam The Hague Airport rental car and explore Rotterdam and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Hertz and Avis are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport flight.
Getting from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to central Rotterdam
Rotterdam The Hague Airport to the centre of Rotterdam is around 5 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
RM3,369 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport. A return flight starts from RM19,570. These fares may change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to RTM. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
April is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Rotterdam based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Rotterdam is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your Ottawa to RTM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Rotterdam
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rotterdam right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Ottawa to Rotterdam The Hague Airport:
Your Rotterdam trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that should be on your list include Rotterdam Centraal Station, Erasmus Bridge and RooftopWalk Rotterdam.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Groningen is just one of the many places in the Netherlands waiting to be discovered after you've seen Rotterdam. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the Netherlands, consider Apeldoorn, roughly 113 kilometres east of Rotterdam. Paleis Het Loo, Het Loo Apeldoorn and Paleispark Het Loo are among the biggest draws.