Travelling from Whitehorse Airport (YXY) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Whitehorse Airport is located in Whitehorse. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is three hours ahead of Whitehorse.
For a relaxed start to your YXY to Ottawa flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 2 kilometres from central Whitehorse, YXY can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near YXY. Whether you have an early flight from Whitehorse Airport to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
58.89% of flights that leave from Whitehorse Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Whitehorse Airport (YXY) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Whitehorse Airport to Ottawa flight is R 4,633. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,471. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YXY to Ottawa, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Arriving on a late flight from Whitehorse Airport to Ottawa? Grab your bags and head directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Venture beyond Ottawa and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, book your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks before your flight from YXY to Ottawa. Prices typically go up as your departure date approaches.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Whitehorse Airport to Ottawa has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near YOW. Kick back and get cosy after your YXY to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before locking in your flights from Whitehorse Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
When booking your Whitehorse Airport to Ottawa flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YXY to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Whitehorse Airport to Ottawa, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Ottawa to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
