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Cheapest round-trip
$184
Typical prices: $214-$362
Porter Airlines
Fri 1/19Fri 1/19
YWG - YOW • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$251
Typical prices: $211-$356
Porter Airlines
Sat 1/13Fri 2/2
YWG - YOW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Porter Airlines and Air Canada. Average duration is 2h 45m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 98% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 24% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $231 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa (YWG-YOW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 19
Porter Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 3:15 pmYWG  Winnipeg-YOW Ottawa
2h 35mnonstop
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5:40 pm - 11:49 amYOW  Ottawa-YWG Winnipeg
18h 09m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$184Porter Airlines
Tue, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 9
Porter Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 3:15 pmYWG  Winnipeg-YOW Ottawa
2h 35mnonstop
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5:40 pm - 11:47 amYOW  Ottawa-YWG Winnipeg
18h 07m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$184Porter Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Jan 30
WestJet Logo
7:00 am - 2:30 pmYWG  Winnipeg-YOW Ottawa
7h 30m1 stop Calgary
WestJet Logo
5:30 am - 5:25 pmYOW  Ottawa-YWG Winnipeg
11h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Calgary
$242WestJet
Thu, Feb 18 - Fri, Feb 19
WestJet Logo
3:10 pm - 11:40 pmYWG  Winnipeg-YOW Ottawa
8h 30m1 stop Calgary
WestJet Logo
4:15 pm - 1:10 amYOW  Ottawa-YWG Winnipeg
8h 55m1 stop Calgary
$253WestJet
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Jan 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:30 pmYWG  Winnipeg-YOW Ottawa
7h 30m1 stop Calgary
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 7:15 pmYOW  Ottawa-YWG Winnipeg
3h 00mnonstop
$263Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Fri, Feb 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:30 pmYWG  Winnipeg-YOW Ottawa
7h 30m1 stop Calgary
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 7:15 pmYOW  Ottawa-YWG Winnipeg
3h 00mnonstop
$265Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Jan 30
Air Transat Logo
12:40 pm - 3:15 pmYWG  Winnipeg-YOW Ottawa
2h 35mnonstop
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4:15 pm - 7:15 pmYOW  Ottawa-YWG Winnipeg
3h 00mnonstop
$281Air Transat
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 19
Air Canada Logo
6:15 am - 1:10 pmYWG  Winnipeg-YOW Ottawa
6h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:40 pm - 1:24 amYOW  Ottawa-YWG Winnipeg
7h 44m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$328Air Canada
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 12
Air Canada Logo
6:15 am - 1:10 pmYWG  Winnipeg-YOW Ottawa
6h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:40 pm - 1:24 amYOW  Ottawa-YWG Winnipeg
7h 44m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$328Air Canada
Fri, Nov 27 - Sat, Nov 28
Air Transat Logo
12:35 pm - 3:10 pmYWG  Winnipeg-YOW Ottawa
2h 35mnonstop
Air Transat Logo
4:10 pm - 7:06 pmYOW  Ottawa-YWG Winnipeg
2h 56mnonstop
$346Air Transat
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Winnipeg to Ottawa flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

Round-trip flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa typically range from $214 to $362. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $184, on Porter Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa at $205 round-trip.
•December ($401) and November ($343) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa the cheapest?

Flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Winnipeg to Ottawa

 
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Porter Airlines

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on WestJet and Air Canada

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Winnipeg to Ottawa flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$184
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Winnipeg to Ottawa

When to book flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Winnipeg to Ottawa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Winnipeg to Ottawa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Winnipeg to Ottawa:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:45 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:45 pm and lands at 3:30 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 45m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    A nonstop flight from Winnipeg to Ottawa takes 2h 45m, covering 1,048 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Winnipeg to Ottawa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa range from $214 to $362, with an average of $268 over the past 12 months. Anything below $214 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Winnipeg to Ottawa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 63% above the $268 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $231 round-trip via Calgary (YYC), compared to $263 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $29–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    The Embraer 195 E2 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Porter Airlines and Air Transat. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Winnipeg to Ottawa spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Winnipeg to Ottawa flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Winnipeg to Ottawa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $184 to $1,122. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Winnipeg to Ottawa flights?

    Air Canada is the only airline on the Winnipeg to Ottawa route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • What car rental options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?

    Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $42 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    Flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa usually depart from Winnipeg (YWG) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Winnipeg to Ottawa route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 03m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa pass through?

    One-stop flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 61% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Edmonton (YEG) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $240 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $303, a difference of $63.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    2 airlines operate flights between Winnipeg and Ottawa. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Porter Airlines
    • Air Canada

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 09m, compared with 7h 55m via Calgary (YYC) and 8h via Edmonton (YEG).

  • What is the time difference between Winnipeg and Ottawa?

    Ottawa is 1 hour ahead of Winnipeg (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Ottawa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are Garden of the Provinces and Territories, Nepean Sportsplex and Major's Hill Park. These are among the most viewed places in Ottawa on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Winnipeg to Ottawa flights?

    Among airlines operating Winnipeg to Ottawa flights:

    • Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • WestJet: offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Winnipeg to Ottawa flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Porter Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • WestJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Winnipeg to Ottawa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $240, about $63 less than Monday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Winnipeg to Ottawa trip for September. Fares historically average $205 round-trip in that month - typically $196 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with WestJet. Over the past three months, 98% of WestJet flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 90%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 03m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Calgary Airport (YYC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $231 round-trip on this route - about $32 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ottawa Airport.

    • Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
    • Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport
    • Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau

Prefer to fly direct from Winnipeg to Ottawa?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Winnipeg Airport to Ottawa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Winnipeg to Ottawa

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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Direct returns

Ottawa to Winnipeg

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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