Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE): what you need to know
The timezone in Nice is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Ottawa.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YOW to NCE flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight is $628. A round-trip ticket is currently $992. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YOW to NCE if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights leaving from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to YOW? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NCE instead:
Follow your own route with a Cote D'Azur Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, OK Mobility or Alamo and see more of Nice and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Cote D'Azur Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to central Nice
Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Nice. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Nice. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Nice is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Cote D'Azur Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to NCE in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of France
Nice is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of France you'll want to see. Around 161 kilometres west of Nice, a trip to Marseille will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
If there's time to check out another great destination in France, head for Lyon, roughly 306 kilometres north-west of Nice. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges are among the biggest draws.