Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale (YOW–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YOW–FLL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Porter Airlines and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 1,353 miles in approximately 3h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 53 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PD Porter Airlines Also: TS | 4 | E295 | 3h35 | – | TS | |
| AC Air Canada | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Ottawa
| Metric | YOW→FLL | YMX→FLL | YUL→FLL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YOW | – | 83 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 1 | 39 |
| Flight time | 3h 35m | 3h 9m | 3h 28m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YOW: EDT · FLL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Ottawa, it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
Shared shuttle vans to Miami Beach hotels run $20–30 per person. Ride-shares to Fort Lauderdale downtown cost $15–25; to Miami Beach, expect $35–55.Brightline high-speed rail from FLL station (1.5 miles, free airport shuttle) reaches Miami in 30 minutes ($10–17) and West Palm Beach in 40 minutes. Car rental facilities are in the Rental Car Center accessed via shuttle from the terminals. Taxis are metered.
Tropical climate with year-round warmth (20–32°C). Dry season (November–April) is peak tourism with clear skies and low humidity. Wet season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone June through September.
Temperatures rarely drop below 12°C in winter. Humidity is high in summer. Tropical storms can cause multi-day disruptions when they make landfall nearby. August through October carries the highest storm risk.
YOW–FLL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YOW to FLL
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Porter Airlines. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YOW to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YOW to FLL ranges from 3 hours 35 minutes to 3 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,353 miles (2,178 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
53 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via YOO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YMX), Montréal (YUL) and Plattsburgh (PBG).