How many flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa are non-stop?

Approximately 38% of flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa are non-stop. For travelers who prefer direct routes, this means a notable portion of available flights offer this convenience. For flights that do include stopovers, the median number of stopovers when connecting is typically 2. These figures are based on observations over a trailing 90-day period.

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

The typical direct flight from Winnipeg to Ottawa has a median duration of 2 hours and 32 minutes. This route covers an approximate distance of 1689 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time is significantly longer, typically around 8 hours and 10 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

Historically, good prices on flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa are frequently available. This route is classified as offering frequent deals, based on observations over a 30-day period. Travelers can often find competitive pricing for this route, making it a favorable option for those seeking value. This consistent availability of good prices can assist in travel planning.

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YWG - Ottawa
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Winnipeg to Ottawa: Overview

Insights for flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Most itineraries for flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa connect at least once, with only 38% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means that while direct flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa are available, you will likely encounter options with layovers.

Right now, cheap flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa typically range from $157–$389, with a median fare of $215. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, with 59% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

If you're looking for the cheapest time to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa, the best months to consider are August, with a median fare of $119, and October, where the median fare is $122. April also presents a more affordable option, with a median fare of $157.

A typical journey from Winnipeg to Ottawa takes about 2h 32m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median flight time is also 2h 32m. However, if your itinerary includes connections, the median journey time extends significantly to 13h 40m.

The distance between Winnipeg and Ottawa is 1689 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight duration that is neither very short nor extremely long, often making it suitable for a single-day travel plan, even with connections.

How much is a round trip from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Regular price: CA$152 - CA$459

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

The regular price range for flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa is between 152 CAD and 459 CAD. The current lowest deal is 166 CAD with Porter Airlines for travel from Oct 2-Oct 19.

now CA$166

Low CA$152

High CA$459

The cheapest time to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa

The cheapest month to fly from YWG to YOW is October, with a median price of $107. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $403. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CA$107

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$403

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

Porter Airlines

CA$625

CA$392

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

Porter Airlines

CA$630

CA$390

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$553

CA$333

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$556

CA$333

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$554

CA$336

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$505

CA$322

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

CA$625 → CA$386

38%

2 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 23

CA$377 → CA$174

54%

2 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 15

CA$381 → CA$182

52%

2 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 28

CA$439 → CA$257

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Winnipeg - Ottawa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from YWG to YOW are below the typical level, with 59% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

August, October, and April offer the lowest median prices

Historically, August ($119), October ($122), and April ($157) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 32m

Direct flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa typically take 2h 32m, while connecting flights average 13h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Historically, 38% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Porter Airlines offers direct flights

Porter Airlines provides direct flight options on the YWG to YOW route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa appear frequently, offering more opportunities to save.

Winnipeg main airports to depart from

Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International (YWG)

Cheapest

Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is a convenient option for flights to Ottawa.

📍 ~7 km from Winnipeg (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~CA$194

Ottawa main airports to arrive at

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights to Ottawa.

📍 ~0 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$199

Airports nearby Ottawa used as alternative

Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (YUL)

Cheapest

Consider this major international hub for extensive global connectivity without customs or immigration delays.

📍 ~160 km from Ottawa (reachable by car, but transit time can be affected by Montreal city traffic).

💸 Flights from ~CA$280

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From YWG

Elite

Oct 12

Ottawa, Canada

84% AI deal score

$2,110

$978

Save $1,132

Air Canada

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Oct 08

Ottawa, Canada

84% AI deal score

$2,168

$1,012

Save $1,156

Air Canada

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Oct 08

Ottawa, Canada

84% AI deal score

$2,092

$1,013

Save $1,079

Air Canada

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Sep 28

Ottawa, Canada

84% AI deal score

$1,054

$511

Save $543

Porter Airlines

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Oct 12

Ottawa, Canada

83% AI deal score

$1,962

$983

Save $979

Air Canada

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Oct 07

Ottawa, Canada

83% AI deal score

$1,985

$1,013

Save $972

Air Canada

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Oct 07

Ottawa, Canada

83% AI deal score

$2,004

$1,013

Save $991

Air Canada

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Oct 07

Ottawa, Canada

83% AI deal score

$2,041

$1,045

Save $996

Air Canada

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Oct 21

Ottawa, Canada

83% AI deal score

$2,114

$1,046

Save $1,068

Air Canada

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Oct 14

Ottawa, Canada

83% AI deal score

$2,082

$1,047

Save $1,035

Air Canada

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Oct 08

Ottawa, Canada

82% AI deal score

$1,916

$1,013

Save $903

Air Canada

Business Class

From YWG

Elite

Oct 07

Ottawa, Canada

82% AI deal score

$1,963

$1,013

Save $950

Air Canada

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Ottawa

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets from Winnipeg to Ottawa is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been observed to be around $148. Prices tend to be higher when booking further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $360, and those booked 60+ days out averaging $252. These trends are based on observations over a 90-day period.

A flight from Winnipeg to Ottawa is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $157. This threshold represents the lower 25% of prices observed over a trailing 90-day period. The median price for this route has historically been $215, while prices in the higher range can go up to $389 or more. Aiming for prices at or below the good deal threshold can help secure more economical travel.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa include August, with a median price of $119, and October, with a median price of $122. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $157. The annual median price for this route is $215, indicating that these specific months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. These insights are based on observations over a 270-day period.

Winnipeg to Ottawa: Overview

Insights for flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa

How much is a round trip from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Regular price: CA$152 - CA$459

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

The regular price range for flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa is between 152 CAD and 459 CAD. The current lowest deal is 166 CAD with Porter Airlines for travel from Oct 2-Oct 19.

now CA$166

Low CA$152

High CA$459

The cheapest time to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa

The cheapest month to fly from YWG to YOW is October, with a median price of $107. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $403. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CA$107

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$403

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

Porter Airlines

CA$625

CA$392

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

Porter Airlines

CA$630

CA$390

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$553

CA$333

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$556

CA$333

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$554

CA$336

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

YWG - Ottawa

Winnipeg (YWG) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$505

CA$322

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

CA$625 → CA$386

38%

2 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 23

CA$377 → CA$174

54%

2 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 15

CA$381 → CA$182

52%

2 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 28

CA$439 → CA$257

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Winnipeg - Ottawa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from YWG to YOW are below the typical level, with 59% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

August, October, and April offer the lowest median prices

Historically, August ($119), October ($122), and April ($157) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 32m

Direct flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa typically take 2h 32m, while connecting flights average 13h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Historically, 38% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Porter Airlines offers direct flights

Porter Airlines provides direct flight options on the YWG to YOW route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa appear frequently, offering more opportunities to save.

Winnipeg main airports to depart from

Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International (YWG)

Cheapest

Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is a convenient option for flights to Ottawa.

📍 ~7 km from Winnipeg (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~CA$194

Ottawa main airports to arrive at

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights to Ottawa.

📍 ~0 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$199

Airports nearby Ottawa used as alternative

Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (YUL)

Cheapest

Consider this major international hub for extensive global connectivity without customs or immigration delays.

Ottawa, Canada

82% AI deal score

$1,963

$1,013

Save $950

Air Canada

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Ottawa

Cheap Flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Today’s best flight deals from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Winnipeg to Ottawa: Overview

Insights for flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa

How much is a round trip from Winnipeg to Ottawa

The cheapest time to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Direct flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Last-minute flights going from Winnipeg to Ottawa

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

Popular Airports to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Winnipeg - Ottawa route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August, October, and April offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 2h 32m

Connecting flights are more common

Porter Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently on this route

Winnipeg main airports to depart from

Ottawa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Ottawa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Ottawa

Best Elite deals to Ottawa

Oct 12

Oct 08

Oct 08

Sep 28

Oct 12

Oct 07

Oct 07

Oct 07

Oct 21

Oct 14

Oct 08

Oct 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Ottawa

When should I buy Winnipeg to Ottawa tickets?

How do I know if a Winnipeg to Ottawa flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

How many flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa are non-stop?

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

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

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Flights to Ottawa from other cities

Winnipeg to Ottawa: Overview

Insights for flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa

How much is a round trip from Winnipeg to Ottawa

The cheapest time to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Direct flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Last-minute flights going from Winnipeg to Ottawa

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

Popular Airports to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Winnipeg - Ottawa route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August, October, and April offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 2h 32m

Connecting flights are more common

Porter Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently on this route

Winnipeg main airports to depart from

Ottawa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Ottawa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Ottawa

Best Elite deals to Ottawa

Oct 12

Oct 08

Oct 08

Sep 28

Oct 12

Oct 07

Oct 07

Oct 07

Oct 21

Oct 14

Oct 08

Oct 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Ottawa

When should I buy Winnipeg to Ottawa tickets?

How do I know if a Winnipeg to Ottawa flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa?