Flying from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale leaving from here.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the primary gateway where you can touch down in Fort Lauderdale.
On average, direct flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale take 3 hours 45 minutes. Fort Lauderdale and Ottawa are in the same timezone (UTC-4), meaning you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route for flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale is from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). You can select from 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off first thing, the earliest flight from YOW to FLL is the 06:15 Air Canada service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 16:45 with Porter Airlines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You don't need a visa for United States if you have a passport from Canada and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can book a direct flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale departing from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Start your journey at YOW and end it at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
You can get away on a direct flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale with Porter Airlines. This leading airline offers services from YOW.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 43 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is around 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 27 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FLL if you have a late flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale
At the moment, $200 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale. The cheapest price for a return flight is $330. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale, book your journey 9 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Fort Lauderdale in May.
Before locking in your flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Jungle Queen Riverboat are must-do's during your Fort Lauderdale adventure.
Complete your Fort Lauderdale trip with a car rental
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