Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Around 6 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is four hours behind London.
With two weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 12:40. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from LHR to YOW is with Air Canada at 14:05.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LHR to Ottawa flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa ticket. Start your journey at LHR and end it at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Take to the skies with Air Canada. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from LHR to Ottawa with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Located around 26 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near LHR. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ottawa
$596 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $732. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book five months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LHR to Ottawa.
September is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Find an affordable flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
Stay just a quick transfer away if you're coming in on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is a comfortable option close to YND. Or check in and relax at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before travelling to your final destination.
Go beyond Ottawa and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from LHR 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)
After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near YOW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your LHR to Ottawa flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW will help you save.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and attractions can be crowded. Visit Ottawa in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to Ottawa in January if you like travelling 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 London Heathrow Airport to Ottawa, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.







