Travelling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is 1 hour ahead of Dallas, where Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located. Ottawa operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from DFW to Ottawa.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from DFW to Ottawa that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can visit Canada for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before booking your flight tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
DFW is around 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near DFW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Ottawa
C$300 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$685. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DFW to Ottawa if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from DFW to Ottawa is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 22 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 41 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YND:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Central Ottawa is about 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 19 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 43 minutes.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near YOW. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from DFW to Ottawa at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before scheduling your flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Ottawa offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from DFW 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
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa, explore our range of hotels including:
Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Ottawa to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Gallery of Canada.
Complete your Ottawa trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Ottawa and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one place to find your perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ottawa.
