Traveling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is five hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your ZRH to Ottawa flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
The journey from central Zurich to ZRH takes about 1 hour 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Ottawa, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, 69.02% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Ottawa
AED 1,492 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is AED 2,533. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ZRH to Ottawa if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometers from the center of Ottawa. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
Arriving on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Ottawa? Pick up your bags and head for the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore corners of Ottawa that aren't the typical tourist stops. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Improve your chances of securing a great price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from ZRH to Ottawa is a good idea.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Central Ottawa is about 13 kilometers from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Zurich Airport to Ottawa has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your ZRH to Ottawa flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to YOW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and make a speedy getaway.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Ottawa. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Ottawa in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Zurich Airport to Ottawa flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Zurich Airport to Ottawa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are top attractions which should be on every Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Ottawa, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey around 354 kilometers south-west to Toronto to tick off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Montreal is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometers east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without dropping by Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
