Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 3 hours 55 minutes.
Ottawa is two hours ahead of Calgary and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Choose from 90 weekly Calgary International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flights. The 00:52 departure with WestJet is the earliest available. WestJet operates the latest service of the day at 18:45.
To ensure you catch your YYC to YOW flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, so getting to Ottawa (and then seeing more of Canada!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Air Canada has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Air Canada ranks as the leading on-time carrier for YYC to YOW flights, with 86.89% of its services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight is P5,053. A round-trip ticket is currently P9,017. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from YYC to YOW.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Calgary International Airport, 65.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Calgary to Calgary International Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near YYC:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Calgary International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
Grab 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 popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
The street address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to central Ottawa has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YYC to YOW sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Canada, consider Montreal, about 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are key highlights.