Travelling from Ottawa to Tampa: what you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where countless awesome vacations begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Ottawa to Tampa.
Come in for landing at Tampa's primary hub, Tampa International Airport (TPA).
On average, direct flights from Ottawa to Tampa take 3 hours 25 minutes. Tampa and Ottawa are in the same timezone (UTC-4), meaning you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Ottawa to Tampa. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You won't need a visa for United States if you have a passport from Canada and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before booking your cheap flights from Ottawa to Tampa, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Set out from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) on a nonstop flight from Ottawa to Tampa. From YOW, you can fly straight to Tampa International Airport (TPA).
You can lock in a direct flight from Ottawa to Tampa with Air Canada. This top carrier operates services from YOW.
YOW is about 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 43 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ottawa to Tampa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is approximately 13 kilometres. It takes around 13 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 57 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near TPA if you're catching a late flight from Ottawa to Tampa. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from Ottawa to Tampa has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 23 minutes by car. Central Tampa is approximately 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours and 11 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable stays where you can make a pit stop near PIE. Settle in after your flight from Ottawa to Tampa at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Tampa
Right now, C$239 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Tampa. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$396. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 3 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flights from Ottawa to Tampa.
The cheapest month for tickets from Ottawa to Tampa is November. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Best time to go to Tampa
July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Tampa. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Tampa in May.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Ottawa to Tampa in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 23ºC.
More about Tampa
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Tampa, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tampa:
Ybor City Tattoo Company and Tampa Riverwalk are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Tampa itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at The Florida Aquarium.
Complete your Tampa trip with a car rental
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