Flying from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 6 minutes.
Toronto (the location of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport) and Ottawa are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
With 113 flights a week between the two airports, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the busiest route. Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd operates the earliest flight at 06:45. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from YTZ to YOW is with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd at 21:05.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from YTZ to Ottawa. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Nonstop flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Ottawa are available for booking. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is where you'll disembark.
Keep an eye out for offers from Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd. This airline operates direct flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa.
When flying domestically within Canada, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to show another form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa, make sure your ID is up to date.
Travelling from central Toronto to YTZ takes around 39 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near YTZ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Ottawa
Rs34,598 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa. Return flights start at Rs65,273. These prices can change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from YTZ to Ottawa, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your departure date.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the centre of Ottawa is about 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 41 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near YND:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is around 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). As soon as your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 19 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 43 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near YOW. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from YTZ to Ottawa at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Ottawa
Plan your trip to Ottawa in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from YTZ to Ottawa 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa:
Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Ottawa travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
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