Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) sits about 6 miles south of downtown Ottawa, a short trip for Canada’s capital.
A Single, Straightforward Terminal
YOW operates out of one terminal building, keeping arrivals, departures, and connections simple compared to airports split across multiple buildings.
A New Rail Line Reaches the Airport
OC Transpo’s Line 4 now connects to Line 2 at South Keys station, putting downtown Ottawa about 30 minutes away by train, alongside the existing OC Transpo bus stop at the terminal.
Close to Parliament Hill
Because Ottawa’s downtown core is compact, YOW’s short distance means Parliament Hill, the museums, and the ByWard Market are all a quick ride from touchdown.
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