Direct (nonstop) flights from Quebec to Ottawa

1 airline flys nonstop from Quebec Jean Lesage International (YQB) to Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International (YOW). It's 229 miles (369 km), about 1h 6m in the air. Operated by Air Canada.

YQB
Quebec Jean Lesage International
🇨🇦 Quebec, Canada
YOW
Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International
🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada
Flight Time
1h 6m
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
YQB → YOW
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
229 mi

Alternative Routes

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

YQB YUL (Montreal) YOW
Leg 1: 55m (146 mi) Leg 2: 48m (94 mi) Total: ~1h 43m 🍃 69 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YQB → YUL
55m · 146 mi
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Leg 2
YUL → YOW
48m · 94 mi
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YQB YYZ (Toronto) YOW
Leg 1: 1h 37m (455 mi) Leg 2: 1h 6m (225 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+260% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YQB → YYZ
1h 37m · 455 mi
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Leg 2
YYZ → YOW
1h 6m · 225 mi
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YQB YTZ (Toronto) YOW
Leg 1: 1h 50m (447 mi) Leg 2: 59m (217 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+252% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YQB → YTZ
1h 50m · 447 mi
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Leg 2
YTZ → YOW
59m · 217 mi
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YQB EWR (New York) YOW
Leg 1: 1h 54m (444 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (328 mi) Total: ~3h 34m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+300% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YQB → EWR
1h 54m · 444 mi
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Leg 2
EWR → YOW
1h 40m · 328 mi
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YQB IAD (Dulles) YOW
Leg 1: 2h 15m (622 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (449 mi) Total: ~3h 58m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+431% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YQB → IAD
2h 15m · 622 mi
View YQB to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → YOW
1h 43m · 449 mi
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YOW → YQB: Flights from Ottawa to Quebec

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Quebec to Ottawa?

A nonstop flight from Quebec (YQB) to Ottawa (YOW) takes approximately 1 hours and 6 minutes. The distance is 229 miles (369 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Quebec to Ottawa?

Just Air Canada.

Is there a nonstop flight from Quebec to Ottawa?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Canada.

How far is Quebec from Ottawa?

The flight distance from Quebec to Ottawa 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 Quebec to Ottawa?

At 1h 6m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Ottawa to Quebec 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 Quebec to Ottawa?

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 Quebec Jean Lesage International for this flight?

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