Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is five hours behind Lagos.
Leave plenty of time to get on your LOS to Ottawa flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Finding a plane ticket from LOS to Ottawa with a stopover is a breeze. Whether you'd like to potentially save money on your fare or discover a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A key stop is Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
LOS is about 10 kms (6 miles) from central Lagos. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel near LOS? If you're catching an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Murtala Muhammed International Airport, 64.68% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Ottawa
£598 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa flight. Return plane tickets start at £683. These fares can change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LOS to Ottawa. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Finding cheap tickets from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the best 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 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of Ottawa. If you're grabbing 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.
Touching down on a late flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa? Collect your bags and go straight to the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Start your adventure sooner with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that most tourists miss.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from LOS to Ottawa. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kms (8 miles) from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near YOW. Unwind and get cosy after your LOS to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make collecting an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW can land you a better rate.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Visit Ottawa during the high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before booking a Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LOS to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ottawa right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Ottawa:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Ottawa. Around 354 kms (220 miles) away to the south-west, well-known attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
