Ottawa to Winnipeg flights
Direct and connecting flights from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg take?
Flight time from Ottawa (YOW) to Winnipeg (YWG) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg?
Airline availability for YOW to YWG changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg?
Direct (nonstop) availability on YOW to YWG varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- WestJet82
- Porter Airlines76
- Air Canada JazzNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| WestJet | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Porter Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Air Canada Jazz | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning YOW → YWG
YOW to YWG is a medium-haul route of 1,689 km (1,049 mi). See the return YWG → YOW route.
Alternative airports near Ottawa: Ottawa (YRO) — 15 km, Gatineau (YND) — 24 km, Smiths Falls (YSH) — 47 km.
Alternative airports near Winnipeg: Portage-la-prairie (YPG) — 74 km, Gimli (YGM) — 81 km, Pembina (PMB) — 108 km.