Travelling from Ottawa to Perth Airport (PER): What you need to know
Perth is 13 hours ahead of Ottawa. Perth Airport is located in Perth, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Ottawa to PER.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from the centre of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Perth Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Perth Airport (PER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Perth Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PER instead:
Pick up a Perth Airport rental car and explore Perth and beyond with your own set of wheels. SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals and No birds are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Ottawa to Perth Airport flight.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Central Perth is around 11 kms (7 miles) from Perth Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Perth Airport (PER)
£660 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Perth Airport. Return flights start from £1,290. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Ottawa to PER, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Perth Airport (PER)
January is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Perth Airport (PER). Visit Perth in September if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Ottawa to PER plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Perth to range from 17ºC to 35ºC.
August sees temperatures of between 8ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Perth Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Perth
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Perth right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Ottawa to Perth Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Perth when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Cottesloe Beach followed by Kings Park Observation Tower and City Beach.
Explore more of Australia
Perth will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 161 kms (100 miles) south of Perth, a trip to Bunbury will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Koombana Beach, Dolphin Cove and Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park.
Around 193 kms (120 miles) south of Perth, Busselton is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Underwater Observatory, Abbey Beach and Busselton Jetty.