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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.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg

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 May.

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₹ 9,871
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineAir Transat
Average flights per week41

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg is ₹ 17,825. 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 51 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa to Winnipeg.
Air Transat, Porter Airlines and Jazz Air fly direct from Ottawa to Winnipeg.
As of February 2026, there are 41 flights per week flying from Ottawa to Winnipeg.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Winnipeg Airport on Sunday, 19 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 51 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

  • Start your trip at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the main airport in Ottawa. Look for flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) that jet out of this base.

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

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Ottawa to YWG.

  • With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)

  • The journey from central Ottawa to YND takes around 1 hour 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport? Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are near Ottawa Gatineau Airport. They're an especially great choice if you have an early departure.

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • You can book a direct Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) flight ticket out of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). See if flying from YOW works better for your plans.

  • The most popular airlines that operate direct flights from Ottawa to YWG leaving from YOW include:

  • On the YOW to YWG route, Porter Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.

  • Flights between Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport are generally more punctual with Air Canada than with any other carrier.

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Ottawa to YOW in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Ottawa to YWG flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:

  • When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 58.21%.

  • You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.

About Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)

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

  • The centre of Winnipeg is around 6 kilometres from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.

  • It takes roughly 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.

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

  • Right now, ₹ 9,871 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 17,809. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Ottawa to YWG, book your flight ticket one month before your planned departure.

  • June is when you're most likely to land a good deal on an Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight ticket from Ottawa to YWG is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a price drop.

  • Save on your flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to go to Winnipeg. July is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.

  • The warmest month in Winnipeg is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Ottawa to YWG flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between -25ºC and -6ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Winnipeg

  • Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Winnipeg:

  • Journey to Churchill and Lights of The North are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Winnipeg travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Union Station.

Explore more of Canada

  • Brandon is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Winnipeg. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, The Daly House Museum and Jacobson Park.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Canada, consider Kenora, roughly 209 kilometres east of Winnipeg. Wild Woods Hideaway, Morgan Falls and Anicinabe Park are highlights.

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