Flying from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, making Ottawa two hours ahead of Regina.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your YQR to YOW flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
At the moment, R 2,501 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Regina International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,938. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from YQR to YOW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Regina International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Regina International Airport (YQR)
58.83% of flights that depart Regina International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Regina to Regina International Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near YQR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Regina International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Reserve a hotel near YOW if you're on a late Regina International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and discover Ottawa and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Regina International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Ottawa. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Regina International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YQR to YOW sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Ottawa, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Canada, head for Montreal, about 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are highlights.
