Direct (nonstop) flights from Ottawa to Montreal

3 airlines fly nonstop from Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International (YOW) to Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (YUL). It's 94 miles (151 km), about 49m in the air. Operated by Air Canada, Jet Aviation, Air Transat.

YOW
Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International
🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada
YUL
Pierre Elliott Trudeau International
🇨🇦 Montreal, Canada
Flight Time
49m
Distance
94 mi
151 km
CO₂/pax
17 kg
−77 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air Canada +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Canada Air Canada Jet Aviation Jet Aviation Air Transat Air Transat

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Canada AC Air Canada
Route
YOW → YUL
Flight Time
49m
Distance
94 mi
Jet Aviation PP Jet Aviation
Route
YOW → YUL
Flight Time
49m
Distance
94 mi
Air Transat TS Air Transat
Route
YOW → YUL
Flight Time
49m
Distance
94 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ottawa to Montreal with one stop · direct emits 17 kg CO₂ per passenger

YOW YQB (Quebec) YUL
Leg 1: 1h 1m (229 mi) Leg 2: 55m (146 mi) Total: ~1h 56m 🍃 94 kg CO₂ (+453% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YQB
1h 1m · 229 mi
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Leg 2
YQB → YUL
55m · 146 mi
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YOW YTZ (Toronto) YUL
Leg 1: 1h 8m (217 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (306 mi) Total: ~2h 23m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+618% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YTZ
1h 8m · 217 mi
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Leg 2
YTZ → YUL
1h 15m · 306 mi
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YOW YYZ (Toronto) YUL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (225 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (314 mi) Total: ~2h 32m 🍃 125 kg CO₂ (+635% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YYZ
1h 10m · 225 mi
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Leg 2
YYZ → YUL
1h 22m · 314 mi
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YOW BOS (Boston) YUL
Leg 1: 1h 27m (309 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (253 mi) Total: ~2h 52m 🍃 129 kg CO₂ (+659% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → BOS
1h 27m · 309 mi
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Leg 2
BOS → YUL
1h 25m · 253 mi
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YOW YFC (Fredericton) YUL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (444 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (350 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+912% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YFC
1h 25m · 444 mi
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Leg 2
YFC → YUL
1h 30m · 350 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ottawa to Montreal?

A nonstop flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Montreal (YUL) takes approximately 0 hours and 49 minutes. The distance is 94 miles (151 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ottawa to Montreal?

3 airlines: Air Canada, Jet Aviation, Air Transat.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ottawa to Montreal?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air Canada, Jet Aviation, Air Transat.

How far is Ottawa from Montreal?

The flight distance from Ottawa to Montreal is 94 miles (151 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Ottawa to Montreal?

At 49m, 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 Montreal?

Roughly 17 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 85 km.

Is the return flight from Montreal 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 Montreal?

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.