$97 Cheap Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Ottawa (YOW)

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Cheap Flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa (YWG-YOW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $97 for one-way flights and $193 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

WestJet
Thu, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 18
YWG
Winnipeg
YOW
Ottawa
$193 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Winnipeg to Ottawa, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $193 found 2 hours ago
Air Canada
Thu, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 25
YWG
Winnipeg
YOW
Ottawa
$201 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Winnipeg to Ottawa, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $201 found 8 hours ago
Porter Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27
YWG
Winnipeg
YOW
Ottawa
$201 Roundtrip, just found
$201
Roundtrip
just found
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Winnipeg to Ottawa, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $201 just found
Porter Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 5
YWG
Winnipeg
YOW
Ottawa
$202 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Winnipeg to Ottawa, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $202 found 9 hours ago
WestJet
Fri, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 9
YWG
Winnipeg
YOW
Ottawa
$202 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Winnipeg to Ottawa, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $202 found 1 day ago
WestJet
Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27
YWG
Winnipeg
YOW
Ottawa
$208 Roundtrip, just found
$208
Roundtrip
just found
Select WestJet flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Winnipeg to Ottawa, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $208 just found
Air Canada
Wed, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 5
YWG
Winnipeg
YOW
Ottawa
$208 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Winnipeg to Ottawa, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $208 found 9 hours ago
Porter Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27
YWG
Winnipeg
YOW
Ottawa
$213 Roundtrip, just found
$213
Roundtrip
just found
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Winnipeg to Ottawa, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $213 just found
Porter Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 5
YWG
Winnipeg
YOW
Ottawa
$214 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Winnipeg to Ottawa, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $214 found 9 hours ago
Air Transat
Thu, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 25
YWG
Winnipeg
YOW
Ottawa
$218 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$218
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Air Transat flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Winnipeg to Ottawa, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $218 found 8 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Winnipeg (YWG) to Ottawa (YOW)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $98 - $341 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Ottawa

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. YOW. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 15 minutes. Flights from $383
YOW
Macdonald-Cartier Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $383
Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Ottawa (YOW)
Origin airport
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl.
Destination airport
Macdonald-Cartier Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air Transat, Porter Airlines, WestJet
Roundtrip price
$192
Distance
1048 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 31 mins

Winnipeg to Ottawa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Winnipeg to Ottawa

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Winnipeg to Ottawa: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Winnipeg to Ottawa

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Winnipeg to Ottawa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $97 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Winnipeg to Ottawa flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Winnipeg to Ottawa airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) cost?
You can score cheap return fares from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) starting at $201. Snag a seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a WestJet flight leaving YWG on August 1 2025 and touching down at YOW. The price was last updated on July 5 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from YWG to YOW?
The cheapest flights from YWG to YOW are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
Avoid the layovers and fly straight to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) with 3 carriers, including:

  • Air Canada
  • Porter Airlines
  • WestJet

What is the cheapest airline that flies from YWG to YOW?
Journey from YWG to YOW with WestJet. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting at $100. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from YWG on September 6 2025. Prices were last updated on July 5 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
When jetting out of Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG), you'll have your pick from an average of 2 daily nonstop flights to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
More travelers fly between YWG and YOW at 6 AM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from YWG to YOW?
Friday has the most flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
The earliest flight leaving Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) is at around 6:45AM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll touch down at Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) at approximately 10:20AM UTC-5. The total time in the air is 2h 35m.
How long does it take to fly from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
The average flight duration from YWG to YOW is 2 hours and 33 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,050 mi.
What airline has the least delays from YWG to YOW?
Consider booking with Porter Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 86%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
To arrive at Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) without delays, select a flight that leaves Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Ottawa from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG)?
Compare your flight options from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW). This is the only airport in Ottawa you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from YWG to YOW are usually more expensive. To secure the lowest prices, start looking for flights ahead of time. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a YWG to YOW flight and hotel package?
Securing a YWG to YOW flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
If you booked your YWG to YOW flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for further details.

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