Travelling from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is two hours ahead of Regina, where Regina International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your YQR to Ottawa flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
YQR is around 3 kilometres from central Regina. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
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When it comes to Regina International Airport's on-time performance, 58.83% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Regina International Airport to Ottawa flight is R 1,635. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,135. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from YQR to Ottawa. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Regina International Airport to Ottawa ticket.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Stay moments from where you land if you're arriving on a late flight from Regina International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is a comfortable option near YND. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before continuing to your final destination.
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To lock in the best rate, reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from YQR to Ottawa. Rates typically rise closer to your day of departure.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. Following your flight from Regina International Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
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Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Regina International Airport to Ottawa. The city comes alive in peak season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Ottawa in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Regina International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YQR to Ottawa around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Regina International Airport to Ottawa, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are top sights which should be on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without seeing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
