Travelling from Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport (MSN): What you need to know
The timezone in Madison is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Ottawa. Dane County Regional Airport is located in Madison.
To ensure you get on your flight from Ottawa to MSN, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
When it comes to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MSN if you're catching a late flight from Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport. Check in to one of these options and call it a night faster:
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Get the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport flight.
MSN is located at 4000 International Lane.
Getting from Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) to central Madison
Dane County Regional Airport is around 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Madison. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)
Right now, £146 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £301. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Ottawa to MSN if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to visit Madison. October is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Ottawa to MSN plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Madison to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport in January when temperatures are between -18ºC and 0ºC.
More about Madison
Start your Madison trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Dane County Regional Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Chazen Museum of Art and Madison Museum of Contemporary Art are major attractions which should be on every Madison itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Madison. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the southeast, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United States, consider Milwaukee, about 121 kms (75 miles) east of Madison. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are key reasons to visit.
