Flying from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Nashville International Airport is located in Nashville. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is one hour ahead of Nashville.
Leave plenty of time to make your BNA to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from BNA to Ottawa. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Nashville, BNA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to BNA? If you're catching an early flight from Nashville International Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Nashville International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.21% of flights that take off from BNA arrive at their destination on time.
The address for BNA is One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Ottawa
$212 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Nashville International Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket right now is $776. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from BNA to Ottawa, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Nashville International Airport to Ottawa ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BNA to Ottawa by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Nashville International Airport to Ottawa.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Arriving on a late flight from Nashville International Airport to Ottawa? Grab your bags and go straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Enjoy the freedom to roam with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that don't always get the spotlight.
Increase your likelihood of snagging the best rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from BNA to Ottawa is a wise move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Nashville International Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near YOW. Unwind and get cosy after your BNA to Ottawa flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before securing your flights from Nashville 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 off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Nashville International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from BNA to Ottawa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Ottawa right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Nashville International Airport to Ottawa:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Ottawa must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Travel about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Montreal is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.