Direct (nonstop) flights from Ottawa to Toronto

3 airlines fly nonstop from Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International (YOW) to Pearson International (YYZ). It's 225 miles (362 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Air Canada, Porter Airlines, WestJet.

YOW
Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International
🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada
YYZ
Pearson International
🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
225 mi
362 km
CO₂/pax
42 kg
−58 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air Canada +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Canada Air Canada Porter Airlines Porter Airlines WestJet WestJet

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Canada AC Air Canada
Route
YOW → YYZ
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
225 mi
Porter Airlines PD Porter Airlines
Route
YOW → YYZ
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
225 mi
WestJet WS WestJet
Route
YOW → YYZ
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
225 mi

Alternative Routes

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

YOW YUL (Montreal) YYZ
Leg 1: 49m (94 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (314 mi) Total: ~2h 17m 🍃 100 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YUL
49m · 94 mi
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Leg 2
YUL → YYZ
1h 28m · 314 mi
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YOW YSB (Sudbury) YYZ
Leg 1: 1h 15m (262 mi) Leg 2: 1h 4m (211 mi) Total: ~2h 19m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+169% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YSB
1h 15m · 262 mi
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Leg 2
YSB → YYZ
1h 4m · 211 mi
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YOW YQB (Quebec) YYZ
Leg 1: 1h 1m (229 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (455 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+260% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YQB
1h 1m · 229 mi
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Leg 2
YQB → YYZ
1h 37m · 455 mi
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YOW YQG (Windsor) YYZ
Leg 1: 1h 46m (421 mi) Leg 2: 1h (196 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+231% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → YQG
1h 46m · 421 mi
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Leg 2
YQG → YYZ
1h · 196 mi
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YOW EWR (New York) YYZ
Leg 1: 1h 33m (328 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (347 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YOW → EWR
1h 33m · 328 mi
View YOW to EWR flights →
Leg 2
EWR → YYZ
1h 43m · 347 mi
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YYZ → YOW: Flights from Toronto to Ottawa

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ottawa to Toronto?

A nonstop flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Toronto (YYZ) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 225 miles (362 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ottawa to Toronto?

3 airlines: Air Canada, Porter Airlines, WestJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ottawa to Toronto?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air Canada, Porter Airlines, WestJet.

How far is Ottawa from Toronto?

The flight distance from Ottawa to Toronto is 225 miles (362 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 Toronto?

At 1h 10m, 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 Toronto?

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

Is the return flight from Toronto 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 Toronto?

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.