Flying from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport (CWL): What you need to know
Cardiff Airport is located in Cardiff. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of Ottawa.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Ottawa to CWL.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Travelling from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, data shows 58% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Have a late flight from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CWL and turn out the lights sooner:
Pick up a Cardiff Airport rental car and discover Cardiff and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Enterprise are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Cardiff Airport flight.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cardiff. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Right now, ج.م. 12,139 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 30,077. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Ottawa to CWL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Ottawa to Cardiff Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
October is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport (CWL). Visit Cardiff in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Ottawa to CWL plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Cardiff, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 22ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Cardiff
Start your Cardiff trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Cardiff Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Cardiff Castle and St. Fagans National Museum of History are just two of the major attractions to put on your Cardiff itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cardiff Bay.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cardiff. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
If you want to check out another corner of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 153 kilometres northeast of Cardiff. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among its highlights.
