Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, making Ottawa nine hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your MAA to YOW flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. 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.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight is £601. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £1,044. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MAA to YOW, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights leaving from Chennai Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near MAA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near YOW:
Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and discover Ottawa and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Ottawa based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to YOW around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Ottawa, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey about 220 miles south-west to Toronto to check off its must-visit sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Canada, head for Montreal, about 95 miles east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are the start of reasons to visit.
