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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ottawa to Winnipeg:

• Earliest: departs at 8:55 am and lands at 11:54 am
• Latest: departs at 6:15 pm and lands at 9:14 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 59m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg takes 2h 59m, covering 2,715 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg range from C$ 309 to C$ 521, with an average of C$ 398 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 309 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 67% above the C$ 398 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 366 round-trip via Edmonton (YEG), compared to C$ 396 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 42–C$ 141 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer 195 E2 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Porter Airlines and Air Transat. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Ottawa to Winnipeg flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 387 to C$ 1,636. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

Air Canada is the only airline on the Ottawa to Winnipeg route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Ottawa to Winnipeg are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 261, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

Winnipeg Airport (YWG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 25 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Fox

Flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Winnipeg (YWG).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

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 Winnipeg route, 32% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 51m.

One-stop flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg most commonly connect through:

• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 60% of one-stop connections
• Calgary (YYC) – 38% of one-stop connections
• Edmonton (YEG) – 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 380 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at C$ 431, a difference of C$ 51.

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

3 airlines operate flights between Ottawa and Winnipeg. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Porter Airlines
• Air Canada
• WestJet

Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 56m, compared with 7h 43m via Calgary (YYC) and 8h 07m via Edmonton (YEG).

Winnipeg is 1 hour behind Ottawa (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Ottawa to Winnipeg flights:

• Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection
• WestJet: offers free seat selection
• Air Transat: offers free seat selection
• Air Canada: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

• Porter Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• WestJet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• 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.

Are you planning to leap into adventure immediately after you arrive at YWG? In that case, you’ll find several car rental agencies operating their desks at this airport, including Dollar, Alamo, Hertz, Driving Force, and Thrifty, among others. The car rental counters are on level 4 of the parking garage, with the pick-up garage within walking distance of the terminal.

The distance between the city center of Winnipeg and Winnipeg Richardson International Airport is approximately 9 km. The easiest and quickest way to get there is via a taxi as it has a travel time of around 15 minutes. However, if you are travelling on a tight budget and are keen to save money, hop onto a bus, which covers the distance in about 40 minutes. The taxis are available outside the arrivals terminal, while buses park on the southern end of the airport.

You shouldn’t be worried about passing through YWG if you are disabled or have reduced mobility. The management strives to accord you a seamless experience by making all high-traffic areas like restrooms and security checks wheelchair accessible. Further, Goldwing Ambassadors in gold jackets are on standby to offer you the assistance that you need.

Travelers scheduled to arrive late at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport from Ottawa will be glad to note that there are many hotels located a short distance away. Therefore, consider booking a room at The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel by Lakeview, or Courtyard by Marriott Winnipeg Airport. Both properties guarantee a courtesy shuttle to and from the airport, making your movement easier.