Flying from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa.
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto (the location of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport).
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the most popular route, with 76 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from YTZ to YOW is with Porter Airlines at 21:30. Choose the first departure with Porter Airlines at 06:45 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your YTZ to Ottawa flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa ticket. Start your journey at YTZ and end it at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Porter Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa.
The journey from central Toronto to YTZ takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near YTZ? If you're catching an early flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, 62.09% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Ottawa
Rs21,469 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs44,341. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap flights from YTZ to Ottawa by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
Getting in late on a flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa? Grab your bags and head straight to the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover corners of Ottawa that are off the usual tourist route. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from YTZ to Ottawa. Rates generally rise closer to your departure date.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can expect the journey to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near YOW. Settle in and get cosy after your YTZ to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from YOW two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before locking in your flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works 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.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from YTZ to Ottawa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Ottawa, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are must-visits when exploring Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another must-experience 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.
