Travelling from Ottawa to Georgetown: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Georgetown departing from here.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Georgetown, Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) and Ogle Airport (OGL) are the major entry points.
To ensure you don't miss your Ottawa to Georgetown flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Georgetown
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Ottawa to Georgetown flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Ottawa to Georgetown? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.21% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Georgetown
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO)
The distance from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) to central Georgetown is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Grab a Cheddi Jagan International Airport rental car and discover Georgetown and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Alamo and National are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Cheddi Jagan International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Ogle Airport (OGL)
Ogle Airport (OGL) is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Georgetown. Following your flight from Ottawa to Georgetown, it takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near OGL. Settle in and get cosy after your Ottawa to Georgetown flight at any of these well-located options:
Why let someone else's timetable dictate your plans? Grab an Ogle Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Reserve your wheels here with Europcar.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Reserve your ride from OGL the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Georgetown
April is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Georgetown, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Georgetown based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Georgetown is September, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Ottawa to Georgetown ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Ottawa to Georgetown in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Georgetown
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Georgetown, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Georgetown:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. St. George's Cathedral, Guyana National Museum and Promenade Gardens are must-do's during your Georgetown adventure.
Explore more of Guyana
You've seen Georgetown, now it's time to discover other corners of Guyana. Journey about 88 kilometres south to Linden to check off its leading attractions. From Linden Sky Lake to bounceland amusement park and Blue Lake Linden, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Have time for another stop? Head off for New Amsterdam. It's roughly 97 kilometres south-east of Georgetown and boasts highlights like Keith And Sons Flower Garden.
