Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Abbotsford Airport (YXX): what you need to know
Vancouver is three hours behind Ottawa and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your YOW to YXX flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
At the moment, $175 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Abbotsford Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $319. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YOW to YXX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Abbotsford Airport.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights taking off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near YOW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Abbotsford Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Reserve a hotel near YXX if you have a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Abbotsford Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Abbotsford Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Abbotsford Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) to central Vancouver
Abbotsford Airport to the centre of Vancouver has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The quietest month for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Abbotsford Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Abbotsford Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to YXX in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.