Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ottawa: what you need to know
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is four hours behind London.
For a relaxed start to your LGW to Ottawa flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from LGW to Ottawa, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
LGW is about 40 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
69.26% of flights leaving from London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Ottawa
The best price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa flight is ₹ 25,902. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 47,219. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LGW to Ottawa if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across every month and walk away with a sweet deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
Stay just a quick transfer away if you're arriving on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is a comfortable option near YND. Or check in and relax at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before heading to your final destination.
Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore parts of Ottawa that aren't on every traveller's list. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from LGW to Ottawa. Prices usually increase as your departure date approaches.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is about 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
The journey will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to drop your things at near YOW. Unwind and get cosy after your LGW to Ottawa flight at any of these well-located options:
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at YOW can help you lock in a better rate.
You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa, browse our range of hotels including:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Ottawa to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without experiencing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.