Travelling from Ottawa to Houston: what you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Ottawa to Houston.
When planning your arrival in Houston, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the chief entry points.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Ottawa to Houston flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Houston
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Ottawa to Houston flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Houston or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the departures from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% land on time at their destination.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is approximately 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ottawa to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt to explore Houston and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks before your trip.
The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Ottawa to Houston has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 16 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Ottawa to Houston:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Houston. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Houston in February.
Before locking in your Ottawa to Houston tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Houston around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Houston, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are essential stops on your Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
