Flying from Ottawa to Castries: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Castries departing from here.
When working out where to land in Castries, Hewanorra Airport (UVF) and George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) are the primary hubs.
To ensure you get on your flight from Ottawa to Castries, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you have a passport from Canada and are travelling to Saint Lucia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length and purpose of your stay and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap flight from Ottawa to Castries.
Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 43 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ottawa to Castries? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
Arriving in Castries
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) to central Castries is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa to Castries. Stay at one of these accommodation options near UVF instead:
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
After your flight from Ottawa to Castries has landed, 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 expect the trip to take approximately 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SLU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Ottawa to Castries:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Castries
Currently, C$405 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Castries. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$451. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flights from Ottawa to Castries if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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Best time to go to Castries
July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Castries. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Castries in May.
Schedule your flight from Ottawa to Castries for September if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Castries to range from 26ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Castries in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Castries
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Castries right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Ottawa to Castries:
Derek Walcott Square and Morne Fortune are just two of the major attractions to add to your Castries to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Immaculate Conception Church.
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