Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
The timezone in Edmonton is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Ottawa.
Each week, there are 25 Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, opt for the 06:30 WestJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:20 with WestJet.
Your YOW to YEG flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Porter Airlines is your ticket to exploring Edmonton (and perhaps some other great parts of Canada!). Check out the direct flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edmonton International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with Porter Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating YOW to YEG flights, WestJet leads the way for on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
ر.ق. 278 is the best price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 539. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from YOW to YEG.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Finding cheap flights from YOW to YEG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to YOW? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YEG instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and explore beyond Edmonton's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Edmonton International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Edmonton. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Edmonton. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edmonton, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from YOW to YEG in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -25ºC and 0ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres south of Edmonton, a visit to Calgary will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Canada, consider Saskatoon, about 483 kilometres east of Edmonton. Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Remai Modern and Meewasin valley centre are key reasons to visit.
