Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is one hour ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located. Ottawa follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your BHM to Ottawa flight.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from BHM to Ottawa with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
To get to BHM from central Birmingham, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near BHM. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that depart BHM arrive at their destination on time.
The address for BHM is 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Ottawa
$291 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ottawa flight. A return ticket right now is $492. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BHM to Ottawa. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ottawa ticket.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Touching down on a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ottawa? Collect your bags and head directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Drive into your next adventure with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that don't always get the spotlight.
Increase your likelihood of snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from BHM to Ottawa is a smart move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ottawa has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can expect the trip to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near YOW. Kick back and get cosy after your BHM to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Visit Ottawa during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ottawa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHM to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Ottawa, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are leading attractions which should be on every Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
