Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is six hours behind Bucharest, where Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located. Ottawa runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your OTP to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your trip. When booking your flight ticket from OTP to Ottawa, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a popular stop on this route.
OTP is around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Ottawa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near OTP:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.27% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Ottawa
$923 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,373. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from OTP to Ottawa. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Finding cheap tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across each month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Coming in late on a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Ottawa? Pick up your bags and head for the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore parts of Ottawa that aren't in every guidebook. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from OTP to Ottawa. If you're travelling during peak season, book even earlier to get the best deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is about 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Ottawa has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Following your OTP to Ottawa flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near YOW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and make a speedy getaway.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before you book your flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
When booking your Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from OTP to Ottawa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Ottawa, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are popular attractions which should be on any good Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Ottawa, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its popular sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.