Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Ottawa and Tampa follow the same timezone, UTC-4.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW to TPA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Getting to Tampa (and then seeing more of United States!) is a snap with Air Canada. This popular airline offers direct flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa International Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air Canada.
Among carriers operating YOW to TPA flights, Air Canada has the best track record for timely arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Right now, $190 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $330. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YOW to TPA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Of the flights that depart from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near YOW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Grab a Tampa International Airport rental car and discover Tampa and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
Tampa International Airport to the centre of Tampa has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The quietest month for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Tampa based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you want to go to Tampa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YOW to TPA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Tampa, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its popular sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, your itinerary will be busy.
Miami is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No journey is complete without seeing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.