Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is the sixth busiest airport in Canada by passenger traffic. The airport is located 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa and operates 24 hours a day. It underwent an expansion in 2003 and the further expansion of the passenger terminal is going on. Ottawa International Airport is one of seven Canadian Airports that has US Border Pre-clearance facilities.

The airport is served by Canadian and foreign airlines which provide daily non-stop flights from Ottawa to cities in North America and Europe. The list of the airlines includes Air Canada, Northwest Airlines, WestJet, US Airways, United Airlines and others.

Ottawa International Airport provides excellent services, and it was marked by winning the second place among the best Americas' airports (after Halifax International Airport). It is also considered to be among ten world's best airports. Among the amenities available there is an advantageous boardroom service allowing coordination of business meetings. Clients and colleagues who have limited time can simply fly in, meet and fly out. It also gives an ideal opportunity for final debriefings before returning home. All meeting facilities have free Internet access, presentation setup, and are flexible and can be configured for large and small meetings. Food arrangements can also be done.

Baggage storage is available on level one at the South end of Ottawa International Airport's passenger terminal building. You can store extra luggage or mail items that would have been otherwise confiscated at the security screening area. This service is available on the passenger's request and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Excellent parking services offer both short and long-term parking. Ottawa International Airport has over 1,700 spaces available in the secure, attached parkade and 800 more within a short walk of the terminal. So, finding a convenient parking is no problem. For frequent flyers there are packages allowing saving money and time and avoiding hassles.

Ottawa International Airport features plenty of bars and restaurants where you can have a quick snack or await your flight with fine food and drinks. Duty-free shops and numerous boutiques give you an opportunity for a last-moment gift selection or items you may need during your flight.

Airport Executive Office (613) 248-2100

Canada Customs (613) 998-3326

Information Kiosk (613) 248-2125

Lost and Found Office (613) 248-2054

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