Flying from Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is two hours ahead of Grande Prairie, where Grande Prairie Airport is located.
To avoid missing your YQU to Ottawa flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Travelling from central Grande Prairie to YQU takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near YQU. Whether you have an early flight from Grande Prairie Airport to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Grande Prairie Airport, 55.06% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) to Ottawa
The best price we've seen for a one-way Grande Prairie Airport to Ottawa flight is Rs48,654. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs92,600. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from YQU to Ottawa. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Landing cheap tickets from Grande Prairie Airport to Ottawa is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
Stay moments from where you land if you're arriving on a late flight from Grande Prairie Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is a comfortable option near YND. Or check in and get some rest at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before continuing to your final destination.
Enjoy the freedom to roam with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore Ottawa and beyond.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks in advance of your flight from YQU to Ottawa. If you're travelling during peak season, book even earlier to get the best deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. Once you've hopped off your flight from Grande Prairie Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
After stepping off your YQU to Ottawa flight, unwind at a hotel near YOW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport can be found at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before securing your flights from Grande Prairie Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Ottawa offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Grande Prairie Airport to Ottawa flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from YQU to Ottawa around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Grande Prairie Airport to Ottawa, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are leading attractions which should be on any good Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another standout destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
