Flying from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport (YYG): what you need to know
Get your travels underway at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the main airport in Ottawa. Search for flights from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport (YYG) that take off from this terminal.
The average time for a direct flight from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport is 1 hour 57 minutes.
Charlottetown Airport is located in Charlottetown. The city operates in the UTC-3 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Ottawa.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Charlottetown Airport (YYG) is the most popular route. There are 12 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd at 20:35. Choose the first YOW to YYG departure operated by Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd at 10:40 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Ottawa to YYG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can hop on a direct flight from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport (YYG) departing from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You'll find a direct flight from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd. This top carrier operates departures from YOW.
The distance from central Ottawa to YOW is around 13 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
About Charlottetown Airport (YYG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYG instead:
Getting from Charlottetown Airport (YYG) to central Charlottetown
Charlottetown Airport to central Charlottetown takes about 14 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport (YYG)
₹ 16,463 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 31,789. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To score flight tickets from Ottawa to YYG, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport (YYG)
February is the quietest time to fly to Charlottetown. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport.
Book your flight from Ottawa to YYG for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Charlottetown to range from 14ºC to 23ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport in February when temperatures average between -15ºC and 0ºC.
More about Charlottetown
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Charlottetown Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Charlottetown:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Province House National Historic Site, Confederation Centre of the Arts and Victoria Row are highlights which should feature on any good Charlottetown itinerary.
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