Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa is seven hours behind Kuwait and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your KWI to YOW flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Right now, £352 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £615. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from KWI to YOW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
81.62% of flights departing from Kuwait International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from KWI.
Central Kuwait to Kuwait International Airport is around 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel close to KWI? If you've booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
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Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 8 miles from central Ottawa. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Kuwait International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from KWI to YOW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
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