Travelling from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Explore your options for departing from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa.
The most popular route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), with 148 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YYZ to YOW is the 00:30 Air Canada service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:30 with Air Canada.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Toronto to YOW. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Fly without interruptions from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Nonstop flights from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) can be booked from here.
Pick from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport departing from YYZ. Book your journey with one of these:
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 49 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)? Check out the fares jetting out of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
There are plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from Toronto to YOW. Compare your options below to find out which carrier works best with your plans departing from YTZ:
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 39 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to YOW:
About Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near YOW:
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 19 minutes.
It'll take around 43 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is R 987. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,032. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Toronto to YOW when you book 8 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey tend to be at their lowest.
You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport if you travel in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Ottawa. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Schedule your flight from Toronto to YOW for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Toronto to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
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