Travelling from Greater Moncton International Airport (YQM) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa is 1 hour 45 minutes.
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is one hour behind Moncton, where Greater Moncton International Airport is located.
Greater Moncton International Airport (YQM) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the most traveled route, with ten weekly flights to choose from. You can fly from YQM to YOW at 07:00 with Porter Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to catch your YQM to Ottawa flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa tickets are available for booking. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is where you'll be landing.
Book your favourite seat with Porter Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa.
The journey from central Moncton to YQM takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to YQM? If you've booked an early flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
56.76% of flights that take off from Greater Moncton International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Moncton International Airport (YQM) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa flight is ₹ 13,052. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 25,303. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YQM to Ottawa, book your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy accommodation options near YND.
Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover parts of Ottawa that aren't on a typical itinerary. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Improve your chances of getting a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from YQM to Ottawa is a good idea.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YOW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your YQM to Ottawa flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Visit Ottawa in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from YQM to Ottawa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just two of the top attractions to add to your Ottawa travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.