Travelling from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport (CWL) taking off from here.
The timezone in Cardiff is UTC+0, which is 4 hours ahead of Ottawa. Cardiff Airport is located in Cardiff.
Your flight from Ottawa to CWL won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
About Cardiff Airport (CWL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CWL:
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport to central Cardiff takes about 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
R 7,005 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport. Return flights start from R 45,109. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to lock in cheap tickets from Ottawa to CWL. You're more likely to bag a bargain and enjoy a wider choice of flight times and dates.
Getting cheap tickets from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when fares go down. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Ottawa to CWL.
Customise your trip with filters. Choose the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Cardiff in April when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Ottawa to CWL for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cardiff to range from 11ºC to 22ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Cardiff
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cardiff:
Cardiff Castle and Bute Park are just two of the big attractions to put on your Cardiff travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cardiff Bay.
Complete your Cardiff trip with a car rental
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