Ottawa Airport (YOW) is located on the south of Ottawa city about 10 kilometers from downtown Ottawa. Among all the airports in Canada, this one is the 6th busiest and the second in Ontario based of passenger traffic. It was once a military base bus now a civil aviation facility.

The terminals in Ottawa Airport are perfectly designed to ensure that travelers experience a calm and smooth experience as they go about with their activities in readiness to depart or after arriving. Great artwork is displayed within the terminals to showcase Ontario’s heritage, one being the water feature that represents the meeting of the three rivers in the region. The finishes inside the terminal are made of copper and limestone, which signifies the parliament buildings of the capital. In general, the interior of the terminal tells you a lot about Ottawa even before you have set your foot out of Ottawa Airport.

The Facilities

Ottawa Airport has perfect services that will help you feel at home every time you land here. No matter the time of your arrival, there will be fresh food ready in the restaurants, the duty-free shops operate on a 24-hour basis and the airport staffs are always ready to assist you with any request you make, as long as it is in the jurisdiction of the person you approach. The passenger information boards will however guide you in getting your way through Ottawa Airport, and you can simply identify various services as they are well marked.

Transport form the Airport

From Ottawa Airport to out is a simple affair, which is facilitated by the taxis, shuttle buses and rental cars. The buses are the best option for someone who is travelling on budget, but for a more comfortable ride, the taxis are available at an extra charge. However, for anyone who is coming to Ontario for a vacation, the renting a car is the best deal.

You will only be charge a standard amount of money based on the duration you will keep the car. From there you can drive to different attractions without worries of the distance you have covered or the time you will get back to your hotel.

Attractions to Visit

Set yourself free and drive yourself around Ottawa in your rented car, to sites such as National Arts Centre, Bytown Museum, Canadian War Museum, Rideau Canal and Canadian Agricultural Museum.