Flying from Saskatoon International Airport (YXE) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa is two hours ahead of Saskatoon and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your YXE to YOW flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Saskatoon International Airport (YXE) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Saskatoon International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight is RM687. A round-trip plane ticket right now is RM1,192. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YXE to YOW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Saskatoon International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Saskatoon International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Handy information about Saskatoon International Airport (YXE)
59.44% of flights that depart Saskatoon International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Saskatoon International Airport from central Saskatoon, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near YXE? If you've booked an early flight from Saskatoon International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
If you're landing on a late Saskatoon International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near YOW:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and chase adventure across Ottawa and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Saskatoon International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Ottawa. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Saskatoon International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YXE to YOW around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without dropping by Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.