Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Ottawa six hours behind Cairo.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CAI to YOW flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between CAI and YOW:
Pearson International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
£277 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Return flights start from £542. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CAI to YOW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CAI to YOW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights that leave from Cairo International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is approximately 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Consider staying in a hotel near YOW if you're on a late Cairo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
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For the lowest price, book your ride from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
The street address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Ottawa. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CAI to YOW sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. Around 220 miles south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 95 miles east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.