Take a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton, the gateway to Jasper
Explore “The Festival City” once you step off your Ottawa to Edmonton nonstop flight. Every year, over 50 festivals draw crowds in Edmonton, which is why locals have given their city this title. From music to free family-friendly festivals, there'll always be an event for everyone.
If you're looking for even more entertainment, then head to the West Edmonton Mall. Persia's traditional urban bazaars actually inspired the concept of the mall – by bringing shopping and entertainment under one roof, visitors can check off their needs and interests in just one place. Since Edmonton has no provincial sales tax versus Ontario, you'll enjoy a lot of savings by only paying 5% GST when you shop!
There are over 800 stores, 12 attractions and two hotels in the West Edmonton Mall. That means the fun doesn't stop when you've finished shopping. If you want to skate, ride rollercoasters or play a round of mini golf, you can do it all in the mall.
Spending time outdoors is necessary when you fly Ottawa to Edmonton. With dozens of trails to explore, your days could easily be spent immersing yourself in nature. A trail that's ideal for all skill levels runs from Walterdale Bridge to Tawatinâ Bridge. As you walk along the 7.1 km trail, you'll see over 400 Indigenous artworks while crossing Tawatinâ, a 260-metre long pedestrian bridge.
A short drive east from downtown is Elk Island National Park. The oasis is where you want to go for scenic hikes or bike rides, and to see and learn about bison. In the early 20th century, Canada purchased one of the last herds of bison and shipped it to the park – today, North America's largest land mammal continues to thrive and roam freely around the park.
Explore all that Edmonton has to offer after your Ottawa to Edmonton nonstop flight.
Book an Ottawa to Edmonton flight to see the city's trendiest neighborhood
Strathcona
After your Ottawa to Edmonton flight, head to Strathcona to join in on all the action. The trendy neighbourhood is where you want to go to enjoy a satisfying meal. As you stroll along Whyte Avenue, which blends historic and present-day buildings, you'll see a huge variety of restaurants. Indian, Thai and Japanese restaurants line the streets, so you'll always be in for a treat when it's time to dig in.
There's also a thriving arts and theatre scene in Strathcona. Several theatre companies are based here – if you're in the mood to watch a play or an improv show, you don't need to go far.
It's easy to spend the day and night in Strathcona with all the lively pubs and clubs based here. Listen to some of Edmonton's top musicians at Yardbird Suite, an intimate jazz lounge that's been around since 1957. Or, you can catch live blues bands at Commercial Hotel-Blues on Whyte Pub, a laidback venue that features a dance floor and pool tables.
Fly Ottawa to Edmonton to be part of the buzz in one of the city's oldest neighbourhoods.
See unforgettable sights after your Ottawa to Edmonton flight
Jasper National Park
Take in the beauty of the Canadian Rockies at Jasper National Park after your nonstop flight from Ottawa to Edmonton! A four-hour drive brings you to this UNESCO World Heritage Site, filled with spectacular mountain views, waterfalls and pristine glacial-fed lakes.
At over 11,000 sq. km, there's plenty to see and do in Jasper National Park. Take in your surroundings aboard The Maligne Lake Cruise; you'll cruise along Maligne Lake and head towards the world-famous Spirit Island. For amazing views from above, go for a ride on the Jasper SkyTram. You'll be taken to the top of Whistlers Mountain and enjoy stunning park views along the way.
Ready for a hike after your nonstop flight from Ottawa to Edmonton? Just take your pick from one of the park's many trails. From short loops to multi-day hikes, there's a trail for hikers of all experience levels. There are also hundreds of kilometres of mountain bike trails within the park if you want to venture on two wheels.
Lots of animals like moose, caribou, mountain goats and bears call the park home. Sign up for a wildlife viewing tour in the spring or winter for a chance to see these animals in their natural habitat.
Jasper National Park is beautiful, even at night. It's the largest accessible Dark Sky Preserve in the world where you can admire stars with limited light pollution. Capture spectacular photos or simply take in the beauty of the universe.
How to get to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Porter's check-in desk is located on the third floor, in the departures area.
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is about 10 km / 6 mi from downtown Ottawa.
Transportation to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
There are a few ways to get to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to catch your YOW to YEG flight.
Taxis and ridesharing
Taxis and ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft offer services to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
By bus
Take the OC Transpo 97 Airport / Bayshore and Bells bus to the airport stop. Visit octranspo.com for information on fares and schedules.
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) parking
There are two main parking options at Ottawa Airport with convenient access to all terminals.
The Parkade, with competitive rates, is close to the terminal with rates. The Parkade also offers BIZ Park on Level 3, which includes a dedicated parking area with guaranteed space and easy in-and-out access.
Landing in Edmonton after a flight from Ottawa
There are many options for transportation to downtown Edmonton from Edmonton International Airport (YEG).
The Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is about 30 km / 19 mi from downtown Edmonton.
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to downtown
Ridesharing services like Uber are available for pick-up and drop-off at Edmonton International Airport (YEG).
Taxis and limos are available to take you downtown at a flat rate. Visit flyeia.com for more information.
From the airport, you can take the Edmonton Transit Route 747 to downtown Edmonton. Visit edmonton.ca for more information on bus schedules and fares.
Please allow sufficient time to drop off your rental car before your departing flight.
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) parking
There are many parking options for travellers looking to drive to or from Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Choose from 1/2 hour, daily, weekly, or monthly rates.
Parking can be booked online ahead of time on the Edmonton International Airport (YEG) website.
Flights may be operated by Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd or Porter Airlines Inc.
