Flying from Ottawa to Phoenix: what you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Ottawa to Phoenix.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is where you'll be arriving in Phoenix.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Ottawa to Phoenix flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Phoenix
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Ottawa to Phoenix flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Ottawa to Phoenix is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land an incredible deal.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 7 miles from the center of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Phoenix, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
58.21% of flights taking off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix takes about 35 minutes by car. The center is roughly 15 miles away.
Getting to the center by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa to Phoenix, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PHX:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
As soon as your flight from Ottawa to Phoenix has touched down, you can reach the city center in about 10 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is roughly 4 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
Traveling by public transport will take approximately 35 minutes.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at PHX will help you save.
The address for Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Hop off your flight from Ottawa to Phoenix and go directly to your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Phoenix is around 25 miles from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and usually takes 40 minutes to drive there.
Whether you're after a zippy mini for a solo trip or an SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car for you. Browse wheels available from names such as Dollar, Alamo and Budget.
Around two weeks before your flight from Ottawa to Phoenix is a good time to book your vehicle from AZA. You're more likely to get a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport's street address is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
Before securing your flights from Ottawa to Ottawa, think about which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
When booking your Ottawa to Phoenix tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with temperatures ranging from 79ºF to 111ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 39ºF and 68ºF. Look for cheap flights from Ottawa to Phoenix around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Phoenix right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Phoenix:
Desert Botanical Garden and Heard Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Phoenix travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Papago Park.
Explore more of United States
Phoenix has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 300 miles west of Phoenix, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Las Vegas is another standout destination in United States and is around 260 miles north-west of Phoenix. No trip is complete without a visit to Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.
