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Sky Hub — modern airport parking designed for stress-free travel. Drop your car at our reception, hand over the keys and we handle the rest, from a quick hot-coffee greeting to a smooth shuttle ride straight to your terminal. Cars are parked in marked, asphalted bays under continuous CCTV.We monitor every vehicle around the clock and offer
Important info about Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport (YOW)
Full nameOttawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA / ICAOYOW / CYOW
Annual traffic4,866,236 passengers/year
TerminalsAt the turn of the millennium, the Ottawa Airport Authority announced plans to build a second, adjacent terminal to meet the demands of increased traffic. The terminal, designed by architect Richard Brisbin, was completed ahead of schedule and opened in October 2003. This terminal building now handles all airline passenger traffic. A section of the 1960 terminal, which was connected to the new terminal by an enclosed bridge, was still used at peak times of the day when extra gate space was neede
The airport consists of two distinct airfields connected by a taxiway. The smaller north field, originally referred to as Uplands, was founded by the Ottawa Flying Club in the late 1920s and then used by Trans-Canada Air Lines, the predecessor of Air Canada. This was the area primarily used by No. 2 Service Flying Training School. Several hangars were constructed during World War II, but were all demolished by the early 2000s.
The north field is still popular for general aviation, although only one of its runways, 04/22, is still in use. There are a number of aircraft component repair facilities located within the same grouping of buildings as the Ottawa Flying Club.
The south field consists of the two longer runways, 07/25 and 14/32, designed for jet airliners. The public passenger terminal is tucked into the north side of the intersection of the two runways, while the two general aviation FBOs for the south field are nearer to the threshold of runway 25. Customs services for private aircraft are available at the two fixed-base operators (FBO), Shell Aerocentre and Skyservice Business Aviation, on the south field. There are also a number of aviation component repair facilities…
How to get to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport
By car
Car rental - Most of the major international car rental agencies have a presence in the parking garage across from the airport terminal.
By public transport
OC Transpo operated route 97 with frequent express bus service to the airport bus stop located on the arrivals level, along a dedicated bus rapid transit (BRT) transitway with connections to O-Train lines 1 and 2, and other transit stations. Two OC Transpo ticket machines are available, one at the southern end of the Arrivals level and one within the O-Train station.
In 2019, construction of Line 4 of the O-Train network started with the line terminating at Airport station (Ottawa), inside the airport terminal on the north side on the departures floor with the Airport Authority volunteering…
Taxi / Uber
Taxis, airport limos, and shuttle buses are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are several rental car agencies located at the airport, as well as ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft.
Airlines at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport
Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport Authority
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest parking at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport?
The cheapest parking at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport is AirParkPro ParkSafe at 147 CAD for 7 days (21 CAD/day).
What is the nearest parking to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport?
The nearest parking to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport is AirParkPro ParkSafe at a distance of 4,4 km from the terminal.
Where can I find cheap parking at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport?
Affordable and cheap parking at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport is available at most private off-site car parks. Prices start from just 21 CAD per day. Use our comparison tool and sort by price to find the cheapest airport parking option for your travel dates.
Is parking at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport safe and secure?
Yes, parking facilities at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport are safe and secure. Most offer 24-hour CCTV surveillance, fenced compounds, and on-site security personnel. You can filter car parks by security features in our comparison tool to find the most secure parking that meets your needs.
Is long-term parking available at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport?
Yes, long-term parking is available at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport with competitive daily rates. The longer you park, the lower the daily rate. Long-term parking is ideal for extended holidays or business trips - simply enter your dates and the system will automatically calculate the total cost for the entire period.
Is shuttle transfer included in the parking price at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport?
Most off-site car parks at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier airport offer a free shuttle transfer to the terminal. Shuttles run regularly every 10-15 minutes. Check the details for each specific car park on its profile page.