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Flight deals from Ottawa to Winnipeg

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs40,608. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa to Winnipeg flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg

Ottawa to Winnipeg: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ottawa to Winnipeg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Winnipeg.

Ottawa to Winnipeg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs20,642
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineAir Transat
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg is Rs39,322. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa to Winnipeg.
Air Transat, Porter Airlines and Jazz Air fly direct from Ottawa to Winnipeg.
As of July 2026, there are 111 flights per week flying from Ottawa to Winnipeg.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg Airport on Thursday, 3 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Winnipeg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Winnipeg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

The cheapest airline that flies to Winnipeg is WestJet .

Travelling from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG): What you need to know

  • Start your trip at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the main airport in Ottawa. Look for flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) that jet out of this base.

  • Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is located in Winnipeg. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Ottawa.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Ottawa to YWG.

  • With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Reach your destination without the detour from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Nonstop flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport (YWG) can be booked from here.

  • Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport departing YOW include:

  • Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd is the airline most travellers choose for flights from YOW to YWG.

  • Air Canada is the most punctual carrier on this route.

  • Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:

  • 58% of flights that take off from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.

About Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport (YWG)

Getting from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport (YWG) to central Winnipeg

  • From Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport, central Winnipeg is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport (YWG)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport is Rs20,642. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs39,322. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap flights from Ottawa to YWG by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for landing cheap Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from Ottawa to YWG by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Hunt for savings on a flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport (YWG)

  • November is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport (YWG), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Winnipeg based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Winnipeg is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Ottawa to YWG plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -25ºC and -6ºC.

More about Winnipeg

  • Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Winnipeg:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Journey to Churchill and Lights of The North are top sights which should be on every Winnipeg itinerary.

Explore more of Canada

  • Brandon is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Winnipeg. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, The Daly House Museum and Jacobson Park.

  • Kenora is another standout destination in Canada and is around 209 kilometres east of Winnipeg. No trip is complete without a visit to Morgan Falls, Wild Woods Hideaway and Anicinabe Park.

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