Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is 14 hours behind Brisbane, where Brisbane Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your BNE to Ottawa flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a plane ticket from BNE to Ottawa, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is one of your options.
BNE is around 6 miles from central Brisbane. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near BNE? If you're boarding an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Brisbane Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.16% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Ottawa
£437 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Ottawa flight. A return ticket right now is £968. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BNE to Ottawa. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Landing cheap tickets from Brisbane Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest prices across the month and pick up an awesome deal.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 15 miles from the centre of Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
Arriving on a late flight from Brisbane Airport to Ottawa? Collect your luggage and head directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover corners of Ottawa that aren't on every traveller's list. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, book your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from BNE to Ottawa. Prices typically increase closer to your departure date.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 8 miles from the centre of Ottawa. After your flight from Brisbane Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to YOW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your BNE to Ottawa flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from YOW two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport can be found at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before booking your flights from Brisbane Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
When booking your Brisbane Airport to Ottawa plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BNE to Ottawa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Brisbane Airport to Ottawa, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are must-visits when exploring Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Ottawa. Around 220 miles away to the south-west, its best attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're ready to explore another side of Canada, head for Montreal, roughly 95 miles east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are key reasons to visit.
