Ottawa to London (YOW–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YOW–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 3,322 miles in approximately 6h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 26 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: A3, OS, UL | 4 | 333 | 6h46 | Star Alliance | A3, OS, UL |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Ottawa
| Metric | YOW→LHR | YUL→LHR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YOW | – | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 66 |
| Flight time | 6h 35m | 5h 48m |
| Departure OTP | 86% | – |
Travel Essentials
YOW: EDT · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ottawa, it's 11:00 PM in London.
Canadian citizens enter the United Kingdom visa-free for up to 6 months as a Standard Visitor. No eTA or advance authorization is currently required. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay. Border officers may ask for proof of return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. Time spent in the UK does not count toward the Schengen 90-day limit.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
YOW–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YOW to LHR
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YOW to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YOW to LHR ranges from 6 hours 35 minutes to 6 hours 46 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,322 miles (5,346 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via PHL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YUL).