Flying from Charlottetown Airport (YYG) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa is 1 hour 57 minutes.
Ottawa is 1 hour behind Charlottetown, where Charlottetown Airport is located. Ottawa operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Charlottetown Airport (YYG) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Choose from 12 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from YYG to YOW is the 07:50 Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 17:00 with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd.
To ensure you catch your flight from YYG to Ottawa, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a direct flight from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa that arrives at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa.
You won't need a visa or passport to fly within Canada. You will need a valid form of identification though, like a driver's licence or ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've booked your cheap tickets from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa.
YYG is about 6 kilometres from central Charlottetown. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near YYG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlottetown Airport (YYG) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa is $259. The cheapest price for a return flight is $373. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from YYG to Ottawa.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is approximately 24 kilometres. It'll take you around 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near YND:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
As soon as your flight from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 19 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
The journey will take about 43 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from YYG to Ottawa, kick back at a hotel near YOW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa during high season if you want a vibrant atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Or, book your flights from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from YYG to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ottawa right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Charlottetown Airport to Ottawa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are popular attractions which should be on any good Ottawa itinerary.
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