Travelling from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport (YQG): What you need to know
Ottawa and Windsor (where Windsor International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
Your flight from Ottawa to YQG won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
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58% of flights that depart Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
About Windsor International Airport (YQG)
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Getting from Windsor International Airport (YQG) to central Windsor
From Windsor International Airport, central Windsor is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport (YQG)
₹ 15,164 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 33,772. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to YQG if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Ottawa to Windsor International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport (YQG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport (YQG). Plan your visit to Windsor in October if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Ottawa to YQG plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Windsor, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Windsor
Start your Windsor trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Windsor when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Lake View Park followed by Windsor Riverfront and Windsor River Cruises.
Explore more of Canada
Windsor has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres northeast of Windsor, a trip to Hamilton will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Dundurn Castle, Bruce Trail and Waterfront Trail Lookout Point.
Around 161 kilometres northeast of Windsor, London is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Forks of the Thames River, Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village.


