Ottawa to Calgary (YOW–YYC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YOW–YYC is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. WestJet, Air Canada and Porter Airlines Canada lead the route. The flight covers 1,788 miles in approximately 4h 34m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS WestJet | 13 | 737, 7M8 | 4h35-4h41 | – | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 7 | 320 | 4h34 | Star Alliance | – | |
| PD Porter Airlines Canada | 6 | 295 | 4h44 | – | – | |
| AF Air France | 1 | 73W | 4h35 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Calgary from Ottawa
| Metric | YOW→YYC | YUL→YYC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YOW | – | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 27 | 44 |
| Flight time | 4h 34m | 4h 13m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – |
Travel Essentials
YOW: EDT · YYC: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Ottawa, it's 4:00 PM in Calgary.
YOW–YYC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YOW to YYC
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Air France, Porter Airlines Canada and WestJet. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YOW to YYC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YOW to YYC ranges from 4 hours 34 minutes to 4 hours 44 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,788 miles (2,878 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 55 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via YHM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YUL).