Winnipeg to Ottawa flights
Direct and connecting flights from Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Winnipeg to Ottawa take?
Flight time from Winnipeg (YWG) to Ottawa (YOW) 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 Winnipeg to Ottawa?
Airline availability for YWG to YOW 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 Winnipeg to Ottawa?
Direct (nonstop) availability on YWG to YOW 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 Canada40
- 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 |
| Air Canada | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning YWG → YOW
YWG to YOW is a medium-haul route of 1,689 km (1,049 mi). See the return YOW → YWG route.
Alternative airports near Winnipeg: Portage-la-prairie (YPG) — 74 km, Gimli (YGM) — 81 km, Pembina (PMB) — 108 km.
Alternative airports near Ottawa: Ottawa (YRO) — 15 km, Gatineau (YND) — 24 km, Smiths Falls (YSH) — 47 km.