Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is six hours behind Cairo, where Cairo International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your CAI to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from CAI to Ottawa, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Cairo to CAI takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to CAI? If you're catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
63.38% of flights that leave from Cairo International Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Ottawa flight is $951. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,164. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from CAI to Ottawa, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the centre of Ottawa takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Arriving on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa? Collect your bags and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Set your own pace with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Ottawa's usual tourist stops.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from CAI to Ottawa. If you're travelling during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price possible.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
Following your CAI to Ottawa flight, unwind at a hotel near YOW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are usually higher and attractions can be busy. Go to Ottawa in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Cairo International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are must-do's during your Ottawa adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.