Travelling from Amman to Ottawa: what you need to know
Amman's main base, Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Amman to Ottawa.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is where you'll be landing in Ottawa.
Ottawa is six hours behind Amman and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Amman to Ottawa flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Ottawa
To pick up cheap Amman to Ottawa flights, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Amman to Ottawa across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Flying from Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Amman to Ottawa flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Queen Alia International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
To reach AMM from central Amman, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a convenient hotel close to Queen Alia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Amman to Ottawa, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
85.48% of flights leaving Queen Alia International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from AMM.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is approximately 14 kilometers from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Amman to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near YND:
Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore parts of Ottawa that are off the usual tourist route. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
To get the best possible deal, book your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your date of travel.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. Following your flight from Amman to Ottawa, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take around 45 minutes.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW can land you a better rate.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before securing your flights from Amman to Amman, think about which time of year works best for you. High season in Amman offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Amman to Ottawa ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Amman to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Amman to Ottawa, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are must-do's during your Ottawa adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres to the south-west, top sights here include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Canada, head for Montreal, about 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are highlights.
