Direct (nonstop) flights from Toronto to Ottawa

3 airlines fly nonstop from Pearson International (YYZ) to Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International (YOW). It's 225 miles (362 km), about 1h 6m in the air. Operated by Air Canada, Porter Airlines, WestJet.

YYZ
Pearson International
🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada
YOW
Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International
🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
225 mi
362 km
CO₂/pax
42 kg
−71 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
YYZ → YOW
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
225 mi
Porter Airlines PD Porter Airlines
Route
YYZ → YOW
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
225 mi
WestJet WS WestJet
Route
YYZ → YOW
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
225 mi

Alternative Routes

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

YYZ YSB (Sudbury) YOW
Leg 1: 1h 6m (211 mi) Leg 2: 1h (262 mi) Total: ~2h 6m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+169% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YYZ → YSB
1h 6m · 211 mi
View YYZ to YSB flights →
Leg 2
YSB → YOW
1h · 262 mi
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YYZ YUL (Montreal) YOW
Leg 1: 1h 22m (314 mi) Leg 2: 48m (94 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 100 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YYZ → YUL
1h 22m · 314 mi
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Leg 2
YUL → YOW
48m · 94 mi
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YYZ YQB (Quebec) YOW
Leg 1: 1h 31m (455 mi) Leg 2: 1h 6m (229 mi) Total: ~2h 37m 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+260% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YYZ → YQB
1h 31m · 455 mi
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Leg 2
YQB → YOW
1h 6m · 229 mi
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YYZ YQG (Windsor) YOW
Leg 1: 1h 9m (196 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (421 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+231% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YYZ → YQG
1h 9m · 196 mi
View YYZ to YQG flights →
Leg 2
YQG → YOW
1h 40m · 421 mi
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YYZ BOS (Boston) YOW
Leg 1: 1h 42m (444 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (309 mi) Total: ~3h 9m 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+290% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YYZ → BOS
1h 42m · 444 mi
View YYZ to BOS flights →
Leg 2
BOS → YOW
1h 27m · 309 mi
View BOS to YOW flights →

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YOW → YYZ: Flights from Ottawa to Toronto

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Toronto to Ottawa?

A nonstop flight from Toronto (YYZ) to Ottawa (YOW) takes approximately 1 hours and 6 minutes. The distance is 225 miles (362 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Toronto to Ottawa?

3 airlines: Air Canada, Porter Airlines, WestJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Toronto to Ottawa?

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

How far is Toronto from Ottawa?

The flight distance from Toronto to Ottawa 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 Toronto 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 Toronto 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 Toronto 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 Toronto 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 Pearson International for this flight?

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