Flying from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You don't need your passport or a visa to fly within Canada. You will need a valid proof of identity however, such as a driver's license or ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've found cheap ticket from YKF to YOW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is C$113. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$291. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from YKF to YOW, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
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Handy information about Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Traveling from central Toronto to Region of Waterloo International Airport takes approximately 4 hours and 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 105 kilometres in 1 hour and 13 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Reserve a hotel close to YOW if you're catching a late flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the center of Ottawa. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 19 minutes.
It takes roughly 43 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The quietest month for a flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Ottawa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YKF to YOW in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC and -2ºC then.
More about Ottawa
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There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are leading attractions which should be on every Ottawa itinerary.
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