Travelling from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as October and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LAS and YOW are:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Pearson International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
$161 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. A return flight starts at $406. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find flight tickets from LAS to YOW if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding flight tickets from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Getting a cheap ticket from LAS to YOW is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has fallen.
Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The journey from central Las Vegas to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) takes approximately 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LAS:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
If you're on a late flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near YOW:
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 43 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Ottawa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13 ºC to 27 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -19 ºC and -2 ºC. Look for flight tickets from LAS to YOW sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
As soon as you've locked in your flights from LAS to YOW, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Ottawa. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are highlights which should feature on any good Ottawa itinerary.
Complete your Ottawa trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Ottawa.