Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind Porto, where Porto Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your OPO to Ottawa flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from OPO to Ottawa with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Porto, OPO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near OPO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Porto Airport to Ottawa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Porto Airport, data shows 74.49% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Ottawa
The best price we've found for a one-way Porto Airport to Ottawa flight is £244. The cheapest price for a return flight is £456. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from OPO to Ottawa if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Porto Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices across each month and land an epic deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from OPO to Ottawa by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Porto Airport to Ottawa.
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 getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
Stay moments from where you land if you're coming in on a late flight from Porto Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is one option near YND. Or check in and relax at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before continuing to your final destination.
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Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from OPO to Ottawa. If you're travelling during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Porto Airport to Ottawa has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kms (8 miles) from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Travelling by public transport will take around 45 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near YOW. Kick back and get cosy after your OPO to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Porto Airport to Ottawa during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Porto Airport to Ottawa plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from OPO to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Porto Airport to Ottawa, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Ottawa travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel around 354 kms (220 miles) south-west to Toronto to tick off its popular sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another side of 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 the start of reasons to visit.