Flying from Ottawa to Whitehorse Airport (YXY): What you need to know
Ottawa's main airport is Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Check out your options for leaving from here when booking flights from Ottawa to Whitehorse Airport (YXY).
Whitehorse is three hours behind Ottawa. Whitehorse Airport is located in Whitehorse, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Your flight from Ottawa to YXY won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
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Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is about 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport the day before your Ottawa to YXY flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 58.21%.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Whitehorse Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YXY instead:
Getting from Whitehorse Airport (YXY) to central Whitehorse
Whitehorse Airport to central Whitehorse is roughly 2 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
Rs69,272 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Whitehorse Airport. Return flights start at Rs135,019. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Ottawa to YXY, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Whitehorse. July is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Whitehorse Airport (YXY), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Ottawa to YXY flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Whitehorse, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC to 24ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Whitehorse Airport in January when temperatures are between -27ºC and -5ºC.
More about Whitehorse
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Whitehorse Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Whitehorse:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Whitehorse when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Captain Ken's Adventures - A Yukon River Boat Tour followed by Parks Canada and Miles Canyon.
Explore more of Canada
Haines Junction is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Whitehorse. Around 129 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Kathleen Lake, Dezadeash River Trail and Da Ku Cultural Centre.
Time for another stop? Set out for Atlin. It's around 145 kilometres south-east of Whitehorse and features highlights like MV Tarahne.
