Direct (nonstop) flights from Ottawa to Quebec

1 airline flys nonstop from Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International (YOW) to Quebec Jean Lesage International (YQB). It's 229 miles (369 km), about 1h 1m in the air. Operated by Air Canada.

YOW
Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International
🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada
YQB
Quebec Jean Lesage International
🇨🇦 Quebec, Canada
Flight Time
1h 1m
Distance
229 mi
369 km
CO₂/pax
42 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Canada
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Canada Air Canada

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Canada AC Air Canada
Route
YOW → YQB
Flight Time
1h 1m
Distance
229 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ottawa to Quebec with one stop · direct emits 42 kg CO₂ per passenger

YOW YUL (Montreal) YQB
Leg 1: 49m (94 mi) Leg 2: 56m (146 mi) Total: ~1h 45m 🍃 69 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YUL
49m · 94 mi
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Leg 2
YUL → YQB
56m · 146 mi
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YOW YTZ (Toronto) YQB
Leg 1: 1h 8m (217 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (447 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+252% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YTZ
1h 8m · 217 mi
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Leg 2
YTZ → YQB
1h 30m · 447 mi
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YOW YYZ (Toronto) YQB
Leg 1: 1h 10m (225 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (455 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+260% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YYZ
1h 10m · 225 mi
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Leg 2
YYZ → YQB
1h 31m · 455 mi
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YOW EWR (New York) YQB
Leg 1: 1h 33m (328 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (444 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+300% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → EWR
1h 33m · 328 mi
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Leg 2
EWR → YQB
1h 43m · 444 mi
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YOW IAD (Dulles) YQB
Leg 1: 1h 49m (449 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (622 mi) Total: ~3h 51m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+431% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → IAD
1h 49m · 449 mi
View YOW to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → YQB
2h 2m · 622 mi
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YQB → YOW: Flights from Quebec to Ottawa

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ottawa to Quebec?

A nonstop flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Quebec (YQB) takes approximately 1 hours and 1 minutes. The distance is 229 miles (369 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ottawa to Quebec?

Just Air Canada.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ottawa to Quebec?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Canada.

How far is Ottawa from Quebec?

The flight distance from Ottawa to Quebec is 229 miles (369 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Ottawa to Quebec?

At 1h 1m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ottawa to Quebec?

Roughly 42 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 210 km.

Is the return flight from Quebec to Ottawa also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Quebec?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.