Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is 8 hours ahead of Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from YOW to Dubai, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Traveling during a popular month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
When traveling to United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you will require a visa if you hold a passport from Canada. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai.
YOW is around 8 miles from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 43 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your vacation? Stay near YOW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dubai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai is $479. The cheapest price for a return flight is $958. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YOW to Dubai, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the center of Dubai is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 9 miles away.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 49 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
As soon as your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai has touched down, you can make your way to the city center in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 35 miles from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The journey will take roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near DWC. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from YOW to Dubai at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Dubai, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 86ºF to 108ºF.
Search for cheap flights from YOW to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 57ºF and 77ºF on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are popular attractions which should be on every Dubai itinerary.
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