Travelling from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa.
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is two hours ahead of Yellowknife, where Yellowknife Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your YZF to Ottawa flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Start your journey at YZF and fly straight to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). That will be your arrival point when searching for Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa tickets.
Keep your eyes peeled for offers from Air North. This airline operates direct flights from Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa.
Travelling from central Yellowknife to YZF takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to YZF? If you're boarding an early flight from Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
52.97% of flights that depart Yellowknife Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to Ottawa
RM645 is currently the best price for a one-way Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa flight. Return flight tickets start from RM1,617. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from YZF to Ottawa.
The best month for finding cheap Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YZF to Ottawa by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
Stay just a quick transfer away if you're arriving on a late flight from Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is a comfortable option close to YND. Or check in and get some rest at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before continuing to your final destination.
Start your adventure sooner with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Ottawa and beyond.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from YZF to Ottawa. If you're travelling during a busy period, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
After stepping off your YZF to Ottawa flight, rest your head at a hotel close to YOW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before locking in your flights from Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YZF to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Yellowknife Airport to Ottawa, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Ottawa must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
