Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): what you need to know
Marseille's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Marseille five hours ahead of Ottawa.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your YOW to MRS flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight is $513. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,056. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YOW to MRS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, data shows 58.21% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to YOW:
Arriving at Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Consider booking a hotel close to MRS if you're taking a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Marseille Provence Airport rental car and discover Marseille and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and Free2move are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Marseille Provence Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
From Marseille Provence Airport, Marseille is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Marseille. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Marseille, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to MRS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Marseille. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 322 kilometres west of Marseille, Toulouse is another favourite stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf.