Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ): what you need to know
Abidjan's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Abidjan four hours ahead of Ottawa.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your YOW to ABJ flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight is ر.ق. 2,282. A round-trip ticket right now is ر.ق. 3,274. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YOW to ABJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.21% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near YOW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
If you're getting in on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ABJ:
Pick up a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport rental car and explore Abidjan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to central Abidjan
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Abidjan. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Abidjan in February.
When booking your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Abidjan, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to ABJ in August. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
Abidjan is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Ivory Coast you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres north-west of Abidjan, a trip to Bouake will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Cathedral Saint Michel, NOUVEAU SAKABO and Douane Garden.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Ivory Coast, consider Korhogo, about 483 kilometres north of Abidjan. EGLISE VASES D’HONNEUR KORHOGO ASSEMBLÉE GRÂCE SURABONDANTE, Lieu de fabrication du balafon and Place de l'indépendance de korhogo are key highlights.
