Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Ottawa: what you need to know
New York (the location of John F. Kennedy International Airport) and Ottawa are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from JFK to Ottawa.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from JFK to Ottawa. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
If you hold a passport from United States and want to travel to Canada for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ottawa.
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 48 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ottawa? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to JFK:
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Ottawa
90 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ottawa. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 240 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JFK to Ottawa if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from JFK to Ottawa every day.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 41 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near YND:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). After your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 19 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 43 minutes.
After your flight from JFK to Ottawa, rest your head at a hotel near YOW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ottawa. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Ottawa in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ottawa, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from JFK to Ottawa in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Ottawa, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are leading attractions which should feature on every Ottawa itinerary.
Complete your Ottawa trip with a car rental
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