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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 974
Typical prices: C$ 711-C$ 1,044
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Sun 29/4Thu 10/5
LGW - YOW • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 394
Typical prices: C$ 487-C$ 839
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/4
LGW - YOW • 2 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Ottawa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 684 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Ottawa (LGW-YOW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Gatwick to Ottawa

Thu, 29 Apr - Mon, 10 May
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9:35 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
25h 00m2 stops Dublin Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:25 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
13h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dublin
C$ 974Multiple Airlines
21 hours ago
Thu, 29 Apr - Mon, 17 May
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9:35 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
25h 00m2 stops Dublin Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:25 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
17h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dublin
C$ 978Multiple Airlines
21 hours ago
Fri, 15 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
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11:40 a.m. - 5:54 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
11h 14m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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1:45 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
15h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,043Air Transat
3+ days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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11:40 a.m. - 10:06 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
15h 26m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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5:40 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
11h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,043Air Transat
3+ days ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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11:40 a.m. - 12:49 a.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
18h 09m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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1:45 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
15h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,043Air Transat
3+ days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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11:40 a.m. - 5:56 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
11h 16m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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10:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
18h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,045Air Transat
3+ days ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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11:40 a.m. - 12:49 a.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
18h 09m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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1:45 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
15h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,067Air Transat
1 day ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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11:40 a.m. - 6:14 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
11h 34m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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1:45 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
15h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,074Air Transat
2 days ago
Fri, 12 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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11:40 a.m. - 10:14 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
15h 34m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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10:20 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
18h 25m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,075Air Transat
21 hours ago
Fri, 12 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb
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11:40 a.m. - 10:14 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
15h 34m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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1:45 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
15h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,075Air Transat
21 hours ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa at C$ 739 round-trip.
•December (C$ 1,185) and November (C$ 1,079) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa the cheapest?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 394
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 114% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa

When to book flights from Gatwick to Ottawa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to Ottawa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa.

  • How long does a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa take?

    A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa takes 00m, covering 8,650 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa flight?

    Round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa range from C$ 711 to C$ 1,044, with an average of C$ 835 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 711 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the C$ 835 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 684 round-trip via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL), compared to C$ 820 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    Air Transat is the only airline operating London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa flights. 87% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 79–C$ 141 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • Have flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 974 to C$ 8,993. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 705, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?

    Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 61 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa pass through?

    One-stop flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 61% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 797 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 921, a difference of C$ 124.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 24m, compared with 11h 58m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 12h 47m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

  • What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Ottawa?

    Ottawa is 5 hours behind London Gatwick Airport (Eastern Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Ottawa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are National Arts Centre, Shaw Centre, and Canal Rideau Memorial. These are among the most viewed places in Ottawa on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Transat: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 797, about C$ 124 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Ottawa trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 739 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 446 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport (YUL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 684 round-trip on this route – about C$ 136 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ottawa Airport.

    • Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
    • Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport
    • Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau

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