What percentage of Toronto to Ottawa flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 71% of flights from Toronto to Ottawa were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was one. This indicates that a significant majority of travelers on this route can expect a non-stop journey. When connecting flights are necessary, they typically involve a single intermediate stop.

How long does it take to fly from Toronto to Ottawa?

A direct flight from Toronto to Ottawa typically takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 363 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 12 hours and 25 minutes. This substantial difference highlights the time-saving benefit of choosing a direct route. Travelers should account for these varying durations when planning their journey.

How often do Toronto to Ottawa flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Toronto to Ottawa route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. The consistent frequency of these price adjustments indicates a dynamic market for this route. Keeping an eye on price fluctuations can be beneficial for securing a better deal.

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Toronto to Ottawa: Overview

Insights for flights from Toronto to Ottawa

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Toronto to Ottawa, the data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $194. Other cost-effective options include April, where the median fare is $219, and March, with a median fare of $251. Planning your trip during these months can lead to more favorable prices.

Fares for the Toronto to Ottawa route typically range from $269 to $601, with a median of $387. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a particularly low fare might require some flexibility or waiting for new deals. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so consistent monitoring can be beneficial.

When flying from Toronto to Ottawa, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 71% of recent fares being direct flights from Toronto to Ottawa. For the remaining itineraries that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

A typical journey from Toronto to Ottawa takes about 1h 5m, including connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect for this route, encompassing both direct and connecting flights.

The distance between Toronto and Ottawa is 363 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This short distance contributes to the relatively quick travel times and the prevalence of direct flight options.

How much is a round trip from Toronto to Ottawa

Regular price: CA$158 - CA$831

Prices for flights from Toronto to Ottawa are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Toronto to Ottawa typically range from 158 CAD to 831 CAD. The current lowest deal is 292 CAD with WestJet, for travel from Dec 3-Dec 25.

now CA$292

Low CA$158

High CA$831

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Ottawa

The cheapest month to fly from YTO to YOW is January, with a median price of $195. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $739. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CA$195

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$739

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Direct flights from Toronto to Ottawa

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Last-minute flights going from Toronto to Ottawa

Tue, Jan 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Ottawa

Toronto (YYZ) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$181

CA$237

One-way

Tue, Jan 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Ottawa

Toronto (YYZ) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$181

CA$237

One-way

Tue, Jan 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Ottawa

Toronto (YYZ) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$181

CA$237

One-way

Tue, Jan 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Ottawa

Toronto (YYZ) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$181

CA$237

One-way

Tue, Jan 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Ottawa

Toronto (YYZ) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$187

CA$239

One-way

Tue, Jan 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Ottawa

Toronto (YYZ) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$182

CA$239

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Toronto to Ottawa

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

CA$382 → CA$325

15%

1 night

Dec 3 - Dec 4

CA$281 → CA$306

4 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 9

CA$281 → CA$310

10%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

CA$282 → CA$311

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Toronto to Ottawa

Toronto - Ottawa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Toronto to Ottawa are above the typical level, with a median price of $387.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $194.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 5m

Direct flights from Toronto to Ottawa typically take 1 hour and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

71% of recent flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet offers direct flights

WestJet is an airline providing direct flight options for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking during frequent deal periods

Deals for flights on this route are frequent, occurring within a 30-day window.

Toronto main airports to depart from

Toronto Pearson International (YYZ)

Cheapest

Toronto Pearson International Airport is a major hub for flights from Toronto to Ottawa.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CA$221

Billy Bishop Toronto City (YTZ)

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport offers a convenient option for flights from Toronto to Ottawa.

📍 ~3 km from city center (reachable by car or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~CA$422

Ottawa main airports to arrive at

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Fly into Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International for direct access to Ottawa from Toronto.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, bus)

💸 Flights from ~CA$268

Airports nearby Ottawa used as alternative

Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (YUL)

Cheapest

Consider Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International for extensive global connectivity without customs and immigration delays.

📍 ~165 km from Ottawa (reachable by car, but transit time can be affected by Montreal city traffic).

💸 Flights from ~CA$295

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Ottawa

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Ottawa

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Toronto to Ottawa is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $391. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally results in higher average prices, around $844. Even booking 60+ days out tends to yield a slightly higher average price of $458 compared to the 28-59 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Toronto to Ottawa is considered to be any price at or below $269. The median price for this route was $387. Prices above $601 are typically in the more expensive range. By comparing offers to the $269 threshold, travelers can identify favorable pricing.

Historically, January has offered the cheapest flights from Toronto to Ottawa, with a median price of $194. April also presented competitive pricing, showing a median of $219. In contrast, the annual median price for this route was $387. Travelers looking for more economical options should consider flying in these months, as March, for example, had a median price of $251.

Toronto to Ottawa: Overview

Insights for flights from Toronto to Ottawa

How much is a round trip from Toronto to Ottawa

Regular price: CA$158 - CA$831

Prices for flights from Toronto to Ottawa are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Toronto to Ottawa typically range from 158 CAD to 831 CAD. The current lowest deal is 292 CAD with WestJet, for travel from Dec 3-Dec 25.

now CA$292

Low CA$158

High CA$831

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Ottawa

January

Cheapest

Flights from CA$195

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$739

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