Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa is five hours behind Frankfurt and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your FRA to YOW flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. These are the top stopovers between FRA and YOW:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Halifax Stanfield International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
$694 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Return flights start from $750. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from FRA to YOW, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights leaving from Frankfurt Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
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Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
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Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FRA to YOW around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Ottawa, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 354 kilometres 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.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.