Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is 9 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from MAA to Ottawa.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
To travel to Canada for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from India. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the duration and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Chennai Airport to Ottawa.
MAA is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 47 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Ottawa? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Ottawa
$1,005 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Ottawa. Return flights start from $2,454. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MAA to Ottawa. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Ottawa.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YND if you have a late flight from Chennai Airport to Ottawa. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Chennai Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 19 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
The journey will take roughly 43 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MAA to Ottawa, settle in at a hotel near YOW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Ottawa
Visit Ottawa during peak season if you prefer a vibrant atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Or, book flights from Chennai Airport to Ottawa in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Ottawa for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for cheap flights from MAA to Ottawa sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chennai Airport to Ottawa:
Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Ottawa itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Gallery of Canada.
Complete your Ottawa trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Ottawa and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Ottawa.