Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Tampa: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 59 minutes.
Ottawa (the location of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport) and Tampa share the same timezone — UTC-4.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from YOW to Tampa.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You can get a direct flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa. Start your trip at YOW and end it at Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Check out the deals with Air Canada. This airline has direct flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa.
You can enter United States for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Canada. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
Travelling from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 43 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near YOW? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Tampa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa is Rs34,556. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs61,982. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from YOW to Tampa, book your journey 3 months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 13 minutes.
It takes around 57 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Once your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 23 minutes by car. Central Tampa is approximately 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 11 minutes.
After your flight from YOW to Tampa, rest your head at a hotel near PIE. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa. To escape the crowds, visit Tampa in May when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from YOW to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 23ºC.
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Tampa, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are attractions you won't want to skip in Tampa.
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