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Airports Near Nepean

The closest airports to Nepean, Canada: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Nepean, Canada is Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

CodeAirportDistanceTransferType
YOWOttawa Macdonald-Cartier International AirportOttawa, Canada2 mi / 4 km8 minInternational
YROOttawa / Rockcliffe AirportOttawa, Canada9 mi / 15 km32 minRegional
YNDOttawa / Gatineau AirportGatineau, Canada15 mi / 24 km29 minRegional
YRPOttawa / Carp AirportCarp, Canada15 mi / 24 km29 minRegional
YSHSmiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) AirportSmiths Falls, Canada29 mi / 47 km56 minRegional
OGSOgdensburg International AirportOgdensburg, United States47 mi / 76 km1 hr 25 minInternational
MSSMassena International Richards FieldMassena, United States51 mi / 82 km1 hr 31 minInternational
YCCCornwall Regional AirportCornwall, Canada59 mi / 95 km1 hr 46 minRegional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the most convenient at about 2 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Nepean. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with YOW.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near YOW saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Nepean is Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road.

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