Travelling from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport (YQG): what you need to know
Ottawa's main airport is Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Check out your options for leaving from this base when searching for your flights from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport (YQG).
Windsor's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Ottawa. Windsor International Airport is located in Windsor.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Ottawa to YQG. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The distance from central Ottawa to YOW is around 8 miles. Check out Google Maps for the fastest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
About Windsor International Airport (YQG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near YQG instead:
Getting from Windsor International Airport (YQG) to central Windsor
Windsor International Airport is approximately 7 miles from central Windsor. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 7 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport (YQG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport is £144. The cheapest price for a return flight is £276. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to get cheap tickets from Ottawa to YQG. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of departure times and dates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from Ottawa to YQG.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport (YQG)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport. August is the most popular month for a trip to Windsor. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Windsor is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Ottawa to YQG in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Windsor
After locking in your flight from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Windsor:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Windsor Riverfront, Dieppe Gardens and Willistead Manor are must-do's during your Windsor adventure.
Complete your Windsor trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Ottawa to Windsor International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Windsor and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
