Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is five hours behind Vienna, where Vienna International Airport is located. Ottawa follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your VIE to Ottawa flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
VIE is about 16 kms (10 miles) from central Vienna. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near VIE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Ottawa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
78.59% of flights taking off from Vienna International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Ottawa
£210 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £436. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from VIE to Ottawa if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the centre of Ottawa takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kms (15 miles) away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Stay just a quick transfer away if you're jetting in on a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is a comfortable option close to YND. Or check in and relax at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before travelling to your final destination.
Start your adventure sooner with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that most tourists miss.
To get the best possible deal, book your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from VIE to Ottawa. Prices generally rise closer to your day of departure.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is about 13 kms (8 miles) from central Ottawa. Following your flight from Vienna International Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YOW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your VIE to Ottawa flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and be off and running.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Ottawa. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Ottawa in the low season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Vienna International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VIE to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vienna International Airport to Ottawa, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Ottawa travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. Around 354 kms (220 miles) south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Canada, head for Montreal, about 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.
