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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa to Winnipeg flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg

Ottawa to Winnipeg: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ottawa to Winnipeg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Winnipeg.

Ottawa to Winnipeg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$299
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week102

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg is $299. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa to Winnipeg.
Delta, WestJet and Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd fly direct from Ottawa to Winnipeg.
As of April 2025, there are 102 flights per week flying from Ottawa to Winnipeg.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg Airport on Wednesday, 4 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Winnipeg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Winnipeg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Winnipeg is WestJet .

Travelling from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG): what you need to know

  • Ottawa's main airport is Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Check out your options for leaving from this base when searching for your flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG).

  • Approximately 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport.

  • Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is located in Winnipeg. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 1 hour behind Ottawa.

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) is the most popular route. There are 25 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with WestJet at 21:35. Go for the first YOW to YWG departure with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd at 09:00 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Your flight from Ottawa to YWG won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Go straight to your destination from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Nonstop flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) operate from here.

  • You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport departing from YOW. Book your seat with one of these:

  • The distance from central Ottawa to YOW is around 13 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:

About Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)

Getting from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to central Winnipeg

  • Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Winnipeg. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 55 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is $150. The cheapest price for a return flight is $299. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Ottawa to YWG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Getting flight tickets from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from Ottawa to YWG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

The best time to fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Winnipeg in May when it's quieter.

  • Before booking a flight from Ottawa to YWG, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Winnipeg, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -25ºC and -6ºC on average.

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