Flights from Toronto to Ottawa
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It’s a capital place to visit
The political heart of Canada awaits with a visit to Ottawa. With tons of history, iconic attractions, and a wide range of activities, Ottawa offers something for everyone. Book a flight from Toronto to Ottawa and experience the Canadian wonders of the nation’s capital.
There is no shortage of historic and creative appeal in the city. Flying to Ottawa brings you right to the doorsteps of a wide range of world-class galleries, museums and theatres, including the National Gallery of Canada and the Canadian Museum of Nature.
Traverse the historic Rideau Canal when the sun is shining or the snow is falling. Stroll through the ByWard Market to enjoy outdoor farmers’ market stalls, specialty food shops, colourful street art, and hip stores. Walk down Elgin Street afterwards for a wide selection of eating options that are guaranteed to satisfy your hunger.
Take time to do some Ottawa sightseeing and visiting classic landmarks, from the Peace Tower to the Canadian War Museum. You can even head over to Sussex Drive to snap a photo of the Prime Minister’s home to bring back with you to Toronto.
The exploring doesn’t stop there. When your flight to Ottawa lands, Gatineau, Québec is less than an hour’s drive from downtown. French culture, hiking in Gatineau Park, and beautiful views of Pink Lake are just a short drive away.
Fly from Toronto to Ottawa and experience Canada’s capital for yourself.
Centretown
Discover and dine in the heart of the city
When you fly from Toronto to Ottawa, a visit to Centretown is where you’ll find a variety of young professionals and university students, congregating at the same local bars. The neighbourhood is just a stone's throw away from some of Ottawa’s most iconic sights, including Parliament Hill and City Hall.
From Italian to bakeries to sweet treats, a mix of restaurants along Elgin Street and Bank Street have your food needs covered. After you’ve satisfied your sweet tooth, not too far off is the Canadian Museum of Nature. Here you’ll learn about the various species that call this country home and much more.
Confederation Park is the perfect place to sit back and relax on a nice day. Opening in 1967 as part of Canada’s centennial celebrations, this urban oasis is now one of the capital’s main parks for public events and hosts the Ottawa International Jazz Festival, Canada Day celebrations, and Winterlude.
After flying from Toronto to Ottawa, you’ll likely be ready for similar means of transportation. Centretown is pedestrian-friendly and has a significant network of bike lanes, so you can take to the neighbourhood on two wheels or two feet to explore the eclectic area.
Book a flight from Toronto to Ottawa and get to the centre of the action in Centretown.
The Glebe
The capital’s grand urbanity
Filled with charm and eccentricity, the Glebe is one of Ottawa’s most recognized neighbourhoods, and a must-visit when flying from Toronto to Ottawa. You’re sure to feel right at home with the Glebe’s strong sense of community and slight removal from the hustle and bustle of downtown Ottawa.
From fine restaurants and shops to festivals and events hosted throughout the year, the Glebe is a neighbourhood that boasts fun in all forms. With lots of quirky, specialty shops with beautiful storefronts and lush parks, there is so much to see and do in the Glebe.
Take in a little history with your movie when you head over to the Mayfair Theatre on Bank Street, the capital’s oldest active movie theatre.Walk over to the seasonal Ottawa Farmers’ Market just a few blocks away at Landsdowne Park, where you can find plenty of locally-grown produce to pick up.
The Glebe is also home to the Ottawa Redblacks of the Canadian Football League (CFL), who you can find playing at TD Place Stadium. Grab a ticket, put on some red and black gear, and root for Ottawa’s home team!
Walking along Bank Street, the Glebe’s main thoroughfare, serves up an array of excellent dining options that cater to many tastes and budgets. Ottawa’s cultural diversity is reflected in its wide variety of cuisine offerings from across the globe. Enjoy authentic dishes from Ethiopia, Mexico, Italy, and much more. Although it’s a short flight from Toronto to Ottawa, it will taste as though you’ve travelled around the world when you dine in the Glebe.
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Fly non-stop from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). The flight from Toronto to Ottawa is 1 hour long on average. The distance from Toronto to Ottawa is around 350 km / 220 mi.
Enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks along the way.
Getting to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Getting to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) More info Getting to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) info collapsedPorter’s check-in desk is located on the second floor, in the departures area.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 km / 2 mi from downtown Toronto.
Transportation
All roads and rails lead to Porter. Located at the base of Bathurst Street, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is easily accessible by streetcar (the 511 streetcar via Bathurst subway station and the 509 streetcar via Union Station). You can take the subway, GO Transit, PATH or UP Express to and from Union Station and then hop on the free shuttle bus service to get you to Porter as well.
Ubers are available for pick-up and drop-off at the airport.
Please allow sufficient time to drop off your car rental before your departing flight.
Taxis from downtown cost about $10 CAD. Car service is about $40 CAD.
The shuttle pick-up and drop-off location downtown is by the west entrance of the Royal York Hotel on York Street.
The shuttle bus offers comfortable and complimentary service between downtown and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, approximately every 15 minutes. Times may vary due to traffic and road conditions.
The UP Express Train connects you between Union Station, Bloor Station, Weston Station and Pearson Airport. For ticket fares and schedules, visit upexpress.com
You can choose to take the pedestrian tunnel to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport or the 90-second ferry ride that runs every 15 minutes across Toronto’s inner harbour.
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is about 10 km / 6 mi from downtown Ottawa.
Transportation
Car rental services are available in the Parkade, across the street from the passenger terminal of Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Take the OC Transpo 97 Airport / Bayshore and Bells bus from the pick-up spot outside the arrivals area. The fare is $3.65 CAD.
Taxis to downtown cost about $35 CAD. Car service costs about $90 CAD.