Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Castries: what you need to know
Castries and Ottawa (where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
To ensure you catch your flight from YOW to Castries, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can enter Saint Lucia for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Canada. But before reserving your flight tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Castries, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
YOW is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 43 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Castries
C$237 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Castries. Return flights start from C$596. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YOW to Castries if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Castries across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Castries
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) to central Castries takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Castries, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near UVF:
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
As soon as your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Castries has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 6 minutes by car. Central Castries is roughly 3 kilometres from George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take approximately 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SLU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from YOW to Castries:
Best time to go to Castries
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Castries. July is the most popular month to visit Castries. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Castries, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Castries, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 30ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flights from YOW to Castries sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Castries
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Castries right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Castries:
Derek Walcott Square and Morne Fortune are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Castries travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Immaculate Conception Church.
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