Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport
Ottawa International (YOW) serves the National Capital Region with domestic, US, and international flights. We handle long-distance Toronto–Ottawa transfers as well as government and diplomatic travel within the capital.
Arrivals pickup
Pickup at the arrivals-level curb or meet-inside; both work smoothly at YOW.
Departures drop-off
Departure drop-off directly outside your airline.
Domestic arrivals
Meet at the curb or inside the arrivals hall.
International arrivals
Meet inside past customs, sign held.
Meet-and-greet
Included on international arrivals.
Popular routes from YOW
- Toronto → YOW (long distance)
- YOW → Downtown Ottawa
- YOW → Gatineau
- YOW → Kingston
Recommended vehicles
Nearby cities
- · Ottawa
- · Gatineau
- · Kanata
- · Nepean
Nearby hotels
- · Fairmont Château Laurier
- · Delta Hotels Ottawa City Centre
- · Alt Hotel Ottawa
Official Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport website
YOW airport transfer — FAQ
How far is YOW from downtown Ottawa?
About 15 minutes without traffic — very close to the core.
Can you drive from Toronto to Ottawa?
Yes — we run long-distance sedan and SUV service on the Toronto–Ottawa corridor, typically 4.5–5 hours.
Ready when you are.
Get an instant quote or speak with a dispatcher — most bookings take under 90 seconds.