Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is 6 hours behind Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from ATH to Ottawa. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from ATH to Ottawa that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
To enter Canada for tourism purposes, you will require an ETA if you have a passport from Greece. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ottawa.
Travelling from central Athens to ATH takes around 59 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 37 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ottawa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ottawa is P29,172. The cheapest price for a return flight is P40,068. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from ATH to Ottawa, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ottawa is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to show the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 41 minutes to get there by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near YND if you're catching a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ottawa. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ottawa has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 19 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 43 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near YOW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from ATH to Ottawa at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before you book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Book your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ottawa for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from ATH to Ottawa in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ottawa:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are popular attractions which should be on any good Ottawa itinerary.
Complete your Ottawa trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Ottawa and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare options in one place to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ottawa.