Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is eight hours behind Dubai, where Dubai Airport is located. Ottawa follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your DXB to Ottawa flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from DXB to Ottawa with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kms (6 miles) in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Ottawa? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near DXB:
74.31% of flights departing from Dubai Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Ottawa flight is £475. The cheapest price for a return flight is £753. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from DXB to Ottawa if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Dubai Airport to Ottawa across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Snag an affordable flight from Dubai Airport to Ottawa with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just hopped off a late flight from Dubai Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy options near YND.
Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover corners of Ottawa that are off the usual tourist route. Book your wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from DXB to Ottawa. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to get the best deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is located around 13 kms (8 miles) from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Dubai Airport to Ottawa has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to YOW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your DXB to Ottawa flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at YOW can get you a lower rate.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before scheduling your flights from Dubai Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Dubai Airport to Ottawa plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai Airport to Ottawa, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are top sights which should feature on every Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 354 kms (220 miles) south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Canada, head for Montreal, roughly 153 kms (95 miles) east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are key reasons to visit.
