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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 836
Typical prices: C$ 772-C$ 1,047
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Sat 10/11Sat 17/11
YOW - LGW • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 531
Typical prices: C$ 465-C$ 756
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/12
YOW - LGW • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Ottawa and London Gatwick Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Air Transat
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 11% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 770 (round-trip)
Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)
Shortest trip • 13h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Gatwick (YOW-LGW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Gatwick

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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2:55 p.m. - 2:25 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
18h 30m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Madrid Barajas
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7:25 a.m. - 9:52 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
19h 27m3 stops Madrid Barajas Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 836Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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2:55 p.m. - 2:25 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
18h 30m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Madrid Barajas
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7:25 a.m. - 10:32 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
20h 07m2 stops Madrid Barajas Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 849Multiple Airlines
Wed, 10 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
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5:40 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
11h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:40 a.m. - 10:15 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
15h 35m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 860Air Transat
Tue, 9 Feb - Fri, 19 Feb
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1:45 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
15h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:40 a.m. - 8:13 a.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
25h 33m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 877Air Transat
Thu, 5 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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12:30 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
19h 40m3 stops Québec City Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Barcelona-El Prat
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9:45 p.m. - 2:07 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
21h 22m3 stops Barcelona-El Prat Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 916Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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2:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
18h 45m3 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Madrid Barajas
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5:25 p.m. - 2:07 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
25h 42m3 stops Madrid Barajas Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 939Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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10:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
20h 30m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Barcelona-El Prat
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9:45 p.m. - 2:07 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
21h 22m3 stops Barcelona-El Prat Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 943Multiple Airlines
Sat, 13 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
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5:40 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
11h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:40 a.m. - 8:13 a.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
25h 33m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 949Porter Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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2:55 p.m. - 4:35 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
20h 40m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Madrid Barajas Barcelona-El Prat
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7:25 a.m. - 9:52 p.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
19h 27m3 stops Madrid Barajas Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 952Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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10:50 a.m. - 4:40 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LGW London Gatwick
24h 50m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:00 a.m. - 9:47 a.m.LGW  London Gatwick-YOW Ottawa
31h 47m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 982Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport at C$ 772 round-trip.
•July (C$ 1,194) and August (C$ 1,009) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 531
Beat the crowds with an average 77% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 91% increase in traveller numbers.
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Your Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:40 pm and lands at 2:55 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:40 pm and lands at 2:55 am.

    The flight takes about 7h 15m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A direct flight from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport takes 7h 15m, covering 8,650 km.

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

    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 Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport range from C$ 772 to C$ 1,047, with an average of C$ 867 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 772 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the C$ 867 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 770 round-trip via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL), compared to C$ 958 for direct.

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

    Air Transat is the only airline operating Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport flights. 89% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 43–C$ 143 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 Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Transat and Porter Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport 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$ 836 to C$ 4,604. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 579.

  • What car rental options are available at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

    London Gatwick Airport (LGW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 11 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • U-Save
    • Europcar
    • Alamo

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

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

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

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route.

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

    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 Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 36m.

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

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

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 89% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 795 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 972, a difference of C$ 177.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport?

    Only Air Transat operates flights between Ottawa and London Gatwick Airport.

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

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 47m, compared with 13h 05m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 13h 47m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

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

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

  • Which popular places can I visit in London Gatwick Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in London Gatwick Airport are Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, and London Eye. These are among the most viewed places in London Gatwick Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport 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
    • Porter Airlines: 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 Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 795, about C$ 177 less than Tuesday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to London Gatwick Airport trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 772 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 422 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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$ 770 round-trip on this route – about C$ 189 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 London Gatwick Airport.

    • Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport

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