Flying from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Fort Myers and Ottawa share the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RSW to YOW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like October, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
WestJet is your gateway to exploring Ottawa (and perhaps some other great parts of Canada!). Browse the direct flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport offered by this carrier.
WestJet is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
WestJet is the most punctual carrier that offers RSW to YOW flights, with 69.23% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Southwest Florida International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between RSW and YOW include:
Pearson International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
At the moment, $156 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southwest Florida International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $490. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from RSW to YOW, book your journey four months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RSW to YOW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Handy information about Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
RSW's address is 11000 Terminal Access Road.
Of the flights that depart from Southwest Florida International Airport, 77.32% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Southwest Florida International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Fort Myers. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RSW? If you're boarding an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Southwest Florida International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Ottawa and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to central Ottawa has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from RSW to YOW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.