Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know
Adelaide is 14 hours 30 minutes ahead of Ottawa and observes the UTC+10:30 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW to ADL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Adelaide Airport flight is £477. A return ticket right now is £1,335. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YOW to ADL if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Adelaide Airport.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights that take off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to YOW? If you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Adelaide Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)
If you're getting in on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Adelaide Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near ADL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Adelaide Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car hire or East Coast and explore beyond Adelaide's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Adelaide Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide
Adelaide Airport to central Adelaide has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
January is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Adelaide Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Adelaide in April.
The warmest month in Adelaide is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Adelaide Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to ADL in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Adelaide has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 210 miles east of Adelaide, a trip to Mildura will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Mildura Riverfront, Mildura Arts Centre & Rio Vista Homestead and Orange World.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Australia, consider Mount Gambier, about 230 miles south-east of Adelaide. The Blue Lake, Engelbrecht Cave and The Valley Lake are among its highlights.
