Flying from Glasgow to Ottawa: what you need to know
Glasgow has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Ottawa flying out of Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is the primary arrival point in Ottawa.
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-5, which is five hours behind Glasgow.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Glasgow to Ottawa flight.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Ottawa
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Glasgow to Ottawa flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Glasgow to Ottawa.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
Finding a stopover on your Glasgow to Ottawa flight is easy. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or visit a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A popular stop when leaving from Glasgow Intl Airport is Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Located around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Glasgow Intl Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Glasgow to Ottawa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Glasgow Intl Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from GLA touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Ottawa:
The majority of flights that depart Glasgow Prestwick Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 83%.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YOW:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ottawa International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget to explore Ottawa and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Ottawa International Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
If you're staying in Ottawa's centre (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 14 kilometres from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND). Look for any information kiosks to get directions after disembarking your flight from Glasgow to Ottawa.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near YND. Kick back after your Glasgow to Ottawa flight at one of these well-located options:
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Lock in your ride from YND as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Ottawa
November is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Ottawa, while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Glasgow to Ottawa ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Ottawa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Ottawa, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Rideau Canal National Historic Site and Parliament Hill are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Ottawa travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres to the southwest, popular attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Toronto Islands.
Montreal is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 161 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without seeing Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, Montreal International Jazz Festival and Cirque du Soleil.