Travelling from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is three hours ahead of Nanaimo, where Nanaimo Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your YCD to Ottawa flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
The journey from central Nanaimo to YCD takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa? Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ladysmith Oyster Bay and Kiwi Cove Lodge are close to YCD. They're a particularly great choice if you have an early departure.
74.87% of flights leaving from Nanaimo Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa flight is ₹ 17,319. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 37,667. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YCD to Ottawa, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa ticket.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're arriving on a late flight from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is one option close to YND. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before heading to your final destination.
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Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from YCD to Ottawa. If you're going away during a busy period, book even earlier to get the best possible rate.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to YOW. Settle in and get cosy after your YCD to Ottawa flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and be off and running.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YCD to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Ottawa right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Ottawa:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another must-experience 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.
