Flying from Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU): What you need to know
Ottawa's main airport is Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Check out your departure options from this base when searching for flights from Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU).
Grande Prairie Airport is located in Grande Prairie. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind Ottawa.
Your flight from Ottawa to YQU won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
YND is about 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
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Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport the day before your Ottawa to YQU flight:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time performance of 58.21%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on time.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
Book a hotel near YQU if you're catching a late flight from Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Grande Prairie Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from National, Avis or Enterprise and explore beyond Grande Prairie's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport flight.
Getting from Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) to central Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie Airport to the centre of Grande Prairie is about 5 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport is R 2,885. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,721. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to YQU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)
May is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU), while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Grande Prairie based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book an Ottawa to YQU plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Grande Prairie to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
December sees temperatures of between -22ºC (-8ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Grande Prairie
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Grande Prairie Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Grande Prairie:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Evergreen Ridge Recreation Area, Crystal Lake and Heritage Discovery Centre are leading attractions which should be on any good Grande Prairie itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Grande Prairie has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres south-west of Grande Prairie, a visit to Prince George will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Fraser River Provincial Park, Cottonwood Trail and Fort George Park.
If you want to check out another major stop in Canada, consider Dawson Creek, about 105 kilometres north-west of Grande Prairie. Mile 0 Alaska Highway, Bear Mountain Nordic Ski Trails and Alaska Highway House are among the biggest draws.
