Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Kamloops Airport (YKA): what you need to know
Travelling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
When flying domestically within Canada, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present some kind of identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from YOW to YKA, make sure your ID is up to date before you travel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Kamloops Airport (YKA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kamloops Airport is $314. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $708. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from YOW to YKA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kamloops Airport.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from YOW to YKA. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as there's a change in price.
Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kamloops Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 43 minutes.
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Arriving at Kamloops Airport (YKA)
Hop off your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kamloops Airport and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfortable option a short journey from YKA, consider Holiday Inn Express Kamloops, an IHG Hotel.
Getting from Kamloops Airport (YKA) to central Kamloops
Kamloops Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Kamloops. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 59 minutes.
When to fly to Kamloops Airport (YKA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kamloops Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Kamloops in May.
The warmest month in Kamloops is July, with the temperature ranging between 7ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kamloops Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap flight tickets from YOW to YKA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC and 0ºC on average.
More about Kamloops
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Kamloops right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from YOW to YKA:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are among the things you can't miss in Kamloops.
Complete your Kamloops trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Kamloops Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Kamloops stay.