Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is 3 hours behind Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located. Seattle operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from YOW to Seattle.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can enter United States for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Canada. But before booking your flight tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Seattle, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes approximately 43 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near YOW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Seattle or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Seattle
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Seattle is C$192. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$372. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YOW to Seattle. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Finding cheap tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Seattle is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres. It takes about 18 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 54 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to SEA if you're catching a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Seattle. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. Once you've disembarked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 11 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 23 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from YOW to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Seattle. July is the busiest month to visit Seattle. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Seattle in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from YOW to Seattle sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Seattle right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Seattle:
Gas Works - Lake View Point and Queen Anne Bowl Playfield are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Seattle itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at LMN Architects.
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