Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Ottawa is two hours ahead of Edmonton and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Every week, there are 25 Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 07:25 Porter Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 23:40 with WestJet.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your YEG to YOW flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Porter Airlines is your gateway to exploring Ottawa (and maybe even some other great parts of Canada!). Check out the direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Porter Airlines on this route.
With 78.41% of its services arriving as planned, WestJet is the most punctual carrier offering YEG to YOW flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight is 62 €. A round-trip fare right now is 127 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from YEG to YOW.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
69.55% of flights that leave from Edmonton International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Edmonton International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Edmonton. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near YEG:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and explore Ottawa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Ottawa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YEG to YOW sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Ottawa, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its top sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Montreal is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without dropping by Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.