Flying from Ottawa to Damascus International Airport (DAM): What you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Damascus International Airport (DAM) departing from here.
The timezone in Damascus is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of Ottawa. Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus.
For a smooth 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 flight from Ottawa to DAM.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
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Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport the day before your Ottawa to DAM flight:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 58.21%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport land on schedule.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
$924 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Damascus International Airport. A return flight starts from $1,679. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Ottawa to DAM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Cheap Ottawa to Damascus International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
April is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Damascus International Airport (DAM), while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Damascus based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Ottawa to DAM plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Damascus, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Damascus International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Syria
Homs is just one of the many places in Syria waiting to be explored after you've seen Damascus. Around 145 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Hudhayfah ibn al-Yamani Mosque, Zaidal Cultural Centre and Citadel of Homs.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Syria, consider Latakia, about 241 kilometres north of Damascus. Mosque of the Caliphs, حديقة الكورنيش - Corniche Park and Salah el-Din Citadel are key reasons to visit.