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Flight deals from Ottawa International to Winnipeg

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,293. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Winnipeg.R 1,203 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,203, select.
Winnipeg.R 1,203 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,203, select.
Winnipeg.R 1,724 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,724, select.
Winnipeg.R 2,577 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,577, select.
Winnipeg.R 2,727 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,727, select.
Winnipeg.R 2,737 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,737, select.
Winnipeg.R 2,908 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Mar.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,908, select.
Winnipeg.R 3,087 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,087, select.
Winnipeg.R 3,091 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,091, select.
Winnipeg.R 3,217 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 15 Jun, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,217, select.
Winnipeg.R 3,225 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Winnipeg.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,225, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Winnipeg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa International to Winnipeg flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 3,087
Aug
from R 1,203
Sep
from R 1,203
Oct
from R 1,724
Nov
from R 2,577
Dec
from R 2,727
Jan
from R 3,091
Feb
from R 2,737
Mar
from R 2,908
Apr
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May
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Jun
from R 3,217

Direct flights from Ottawa International to Winnipeg

Ottawa International to Winnipeg: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ottawa International to Winnipeg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Winnipeg.

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Ottawa to Winnipeg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,203
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineAir Transat
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa International to Winnipeg: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa International to Winnipeg is R 2,278. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa International to Winnipeg.
Air Transat, Porter Airlines and Jazz Air fly direct from Ottawa International to Winnipeg.
As of July 2026, there are 37 flights per week flying from Ottawa International to Winnipeg.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Winnipeg is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport on Tuesday, 18 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Winnipeg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Winnipeg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Winnipeg.

Flying from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to Winnipeg Airport (YWG): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport.

  • The timezone in Winnipeg is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Ottawa.

  • Every week, there are 20 Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport flights. To take off early, select the 08:35 Porter Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:35 with WestJet.

  • Your YOW to YWG flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • With direct flights from Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport available through various airlines, flying to Winnipeg (and then other corners of Canada) is a snap. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for YOW to YWG flights is Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to Winnipeg Airport (YWG)

  • R 1,203 is currently the best price for a one-way Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport flight. Return flights start from R 2,278. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book one month before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from YOW to YWG.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from YOW to YWG.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Ottawa International Airport (YOW)

  • YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.

  • Of the departures from Ottawa International Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To get to Ottawa International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to YOW? If you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Winnipeg Airport (YWG)

When to fly to Winnipeg Airport (YWG)

  • Before booking your flights from Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport, think about which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Winnipeg offers a vibrant atmosphere and lots to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • The warmest month in Winnipeg is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Ottawa International Airport to Winnipeg Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -25ºC (-13ºF) and -6ºC (21ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YOW to YWG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Canada

  • Brandon is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Winnipeg. Around 209 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include The Daly House Museum, Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum and Patricia Beach Provincial Park.

  • Around 402 kilometres north-west of Winnipeg, Yorkton is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Western Development Museum, Godfrey Dean Art Gallery and Yorkton Sports Hall of Fame & Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Ottawa to Winnipeg

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