Travelling from Bathurst Airport (ZBF) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is one hour behind Bathurst, where Bathurst Airport is located. Ottawa observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ZBF to Ottawa flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
To get to ZBF from central Bathurst, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Bathurst Airport to Ottawa? Atlantic Host Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham and Auberge de la Vallée are near ZBF. They're a particularly good option if you're jetting out early.
69.7% of flights taking off from Bathurst Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bathurst Airport (ZBF) to Ottawa
ر.ق. 2,687 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bathurst Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket right now is ر.ق. 2,537. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from ZBF to Ottawa, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a Bathurst Airport to Ottawa ticket.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ZBF to Ottawa by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Bathurst Airport to Ottawa by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the centre of Ottawa takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
Stay a quick hop from where you land if you're coming in on a late flight from Bathurst Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is a comfortable option near YND. Or check in and relax at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before heading to your final destination.
Venture beyond Ottawa and discover places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks ahead of your flight from ZBF to Ottawa. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to get the best deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is around 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Bathurst Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your ZBF to Ottawa flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to YOW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and set off in the blink of an eye.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before scheduling your flights from Bathurst Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your Bathurst Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ZBF to Ottawa around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Bathurst Airport to Ottawa, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are must-do's during your Ottawa adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
