Travelling from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Ottawa International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Ottawa and Toronto share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from YOW to YYZ start from 05:15 — the first with Air Canada. The latest departure is at 22:20 with Air Canada. Overall, there are 111 weekly Ottawa International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your YOW to YYZ flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Ottawa International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Toronto (and then other destinations in Canada) is a snap. You can fly nonstop with:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air Canada.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier that operates YOW to YYZ flights, with 66.92% of its services reaching their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Currently, Rs16,875 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs33,597. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from YOW to YYZ, reserve your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ottawa International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from YOW to YYZ is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Handy information about Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Of the departures from Ottawa International Airport, 65% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Ottawa International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near YOW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Ottawa International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Explore without limits with a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Toronto and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Toronto. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in November.
When reserving your flight from Ottawa International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -15ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YOW to YYZ around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, about 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are the start of reasons to visit.
