Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Warsaw: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Warsaw is five hours ahead of Ottawa.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your YOW to Warsaw flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Warsaw? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near YOW:
Of the departures from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Warsaw
The best price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Warsaw flight is ₹ 75,217. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 74,060. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YOW to Warsaw if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Warsaw ticket.
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Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is around 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Warsaw. Reserve one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Grab a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car and explore Warsaw and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week ahead of your flight from YOW to Warsaw.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Central Warsaw is about 40 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). After your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Warsaw has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour.
Following your YOW to Warsaw flight, kick back at a hotel close to WMI. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at WMI will save you money.
Best time to go to Warsaw
Visit Warsaw in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Warsaw in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Warsaw flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from YOW to Warsaw around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Warsaw right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Warsaw:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens and Palace of Culture and Science are popular attractions which should be on every Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
Warsaw is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Poland just waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres south-west of Warsaw, a trip to Lodz will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another essential stop in Poland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.
