Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Wellington?

Flights from Ottawa to Wellington usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Wellington (WLG).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Wellington?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Wellington.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Wellington?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Ottawa to Wellington route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 2,385 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 2,714, a difference of C$ 330. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Wellington?

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.

Have flight prices from Ottawa to Wellington 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$ 2,317 to C$ 4,752. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Ottawa to Wellington looking right now?

One-way fares from Ottawa to Wellington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,352, which is 41% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Ottawa and Wellington?

Wellington is 16 hours ahead of Ottawa (New Zealand Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Wellington Airport (WLG)?

Wellington Airport (WLG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 4 for economy cars. Top options include: · Mode · EZI · Thrifty · Europcar · Hertz

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Wellington

Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

6:10 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.YOW Ottawa-WLG Wellington

44h 05m3 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

5:10 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.WLG Wellington-YOW Ottawa

39h 20m3 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl Calgary

C$ 2,317Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

7:45 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.YOW Ottawa-WLG Wellington

31h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

3:05 p.m. - 12:56 a.m.WLG Wellington-YOW Ottawa

27h 51m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,470Air New Zealand

Sun, 1 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

7:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.YOW Ottawa-WLG Wellington

61h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

4:05 p.m. - 3:59 p.m.WLG Wellington-YOW Ottawa

41h 54m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,472Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov

5:40 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.YOW Ottawa-WLG Wellington

45h 30m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

3:05 p.m. - 12:56 a.m.WLG Wellington-YOW Ottawa

27h 51m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,503Air New Zealand

Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 22 Nov

7:45 a.m. - 2:20 p.m.YOW Ottawa-WLG Wellington

37h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

10:10 a.m. - 12:56 a.m.WLG Wellington-YOW Ottawa

32h 46m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,514Air New Zealand

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov

7:45 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.YOW Ottawa-WLG Wellington

33h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

4:10 p.m. - 12:56 a.m.WLG Wellington-YOW Ottawa

26h 46m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,517Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

8:40 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.YOW Ottawa-WLG Wellington

41h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

3:05 p.m. - 5:58 p.m.WLG Wellington-YOW Ottawa

44h 53m3 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 2,539Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

5:40 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.YOW Ottawa-WLG Wellington

37h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

4:05 p.m. - 3:59 p.m.WLG Wellington-YOW Ottawa

41h 54m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,547Air Canada

Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

5:40 p.m. - 8:40 a.m.YOW Ottawa-WLG Wellington

45h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

8:05 p.m. - 12:56 a.m.WLG Wellington-YOW Ottawa

46h 51m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,553Air New Zealand

Thu, 29 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov

7:45 a.m. - 12:05 a.m.YOW Ottawa-WLG Wellington

47h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:05 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.WLG Wellington-YOW Ottawa

27h 54m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,578Air Canada

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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Wellington flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Ottawa to Wellington?

Air New Zealand (C$ 2,470) and Air Canada (C$ 2,547) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Wellington according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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When to book flights from Ottawa to Wellington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Wellington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Wellington?
Flights from Ottawa to Wellington usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Wellington (WLG).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Wellington?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Wellington.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Wellington?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Ottawa to Wellington route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 2,385 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 2,714, a difference of C$ 330. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Wellington?
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.
Have flight prices from Ottawa to Wellington 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$ 2,317 to C$ 4,752. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Ottawa to Wellington looking right now?
One-way fares from Ottawa to Wellington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,352, which is 41% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Ottawa and Wellington?
Wellington is 16 hours ahead of Ottawa (New Zealand Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Wellington Airport (WLG)?
Wellington Airport (WLG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 4 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Mode
· EZI
· Thrifty
· Europcar
· Hertz

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 2,385 – about C$ 330 less than Friday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Wellington Airport.
- Brentwood Hotel
- Airport Stays

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