Flying from Ottawa to Toronto: what you need to know
Kick off your travels at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the main airport in Ottawa. Look for flights from Ottawa to Toronto that depart from this terminal.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) are the key hubs in Toronto.
On average, direct flights from Ottawa to Toronto take 1 hour 11 minutes. Toronto and Ottawa are in the same timezone (UTC-4), so you won't need to adjust your watch after you land.
The busiest route for flights from Ottawa to Toronto is from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Choose from 148 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off first thing, the earliest flight from YOW to YYZ is the 05:30 Air Canada option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:35 with Porter Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Ottawa to Toronto.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
After booking your cheap flights from Ottawa to Toronto, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're travelling within Canada. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.
Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can find a direct flight from Ottawa to Toronto jetting out of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Start your trip at YOW, and then make your arrival at Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Ottawa to Toronto leaving from YOW. Book your journey with one of these:
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes about 43 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Toronto or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto takes around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It typically takes 49 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Ottawa to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Ottawa to Toronto has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 39 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Ottawa to Toronto:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Toronto
Currently, Rs14,256 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Toronto. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs27,649. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Ottawa to Toronto.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Ottawa to Toronto. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Toronto. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Toronto in February.
Before locking in your flight from Ottawa to Toronto, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Toronto in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Toronto right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Toronto:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are essential stops on your Toronto itinerary.
Complete your Toronto trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Ottawa to Toronto. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, an SUV or even something that'll turn heads, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
