Flying from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from St. John's International Airport to Ottawa.
Ottawa is one hour 30 minutes behind St John's, where St. John's International Airport is located. Ottawa runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
With six flights a week between the two airports, St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the most popular route. Hop on Porter Airlines's 13:05 flight to get your journey from YYT to YOW underway.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your YYT to Ottawa flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct St. John's International Airport to Ottawa tickets are available for booking. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is where you'll disembark.
Porter Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from St. John's International Airport to Ottawa.
Travelling from central St John's to YYT takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to YYT? If you're boarding an early flight from St. John's International Airport to Ottawa, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of St. John's International Airport, data shows 62.67% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Ottawa
The best price we've seen for a one-way St. John's International Airport to Ottawa flight is 139 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 270 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've jetted in on a late flight from St. John's International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy accommodation options near YND.
Start your adventure the moment you land with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that don't always get the spotlight.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from YYT to Ottawa. Prices generally rise closer to your travel date.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from St. John's International Airport to Ottawa has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Following your YYT to Ottawa flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near YOW. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from St. John's International Airport to Ottawa in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before booking a St. John's International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYT to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from St. John's International Airport to Ottawa:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Ottawa to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.