Flying from Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of Ottawa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Ottawa to ABZ.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Have a late flight from Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near ABZ and get cosy, quick:
Pick up a Aberdeen International Airport rental car and discover Aberdeen and beyond with your own wheels. Drivalia, Alamo and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
From Aberdeen International Airport, central Aberdeen is around 13 kms (8 miles) away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport is £273. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £576. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Ottawa to ABZ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ). October is when most people visit Aberdeen. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in September.
Book a Ottawa to ABZ plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Aberdeen to range from 9ºC to 18ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 6ºC.
More about Aberdeen
Start your Aberdeen trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Aberdeen International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. St. Andrew's Cathedral, Aberdeen beach front and Old Aberdeen are popular attractions which should be on every Aberdeen itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Aberdeen is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kms (120 miles) southwest of Aberdeen, a visit to Glasgow will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like West End, Glasgow Cathedral and King's Theatre.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United Kingdom, consider Edinburgh, roughly 153 kms (95 miles) southwest of Aberdeen. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock are among the biggest draws.
