Question 1

How long does it take to fly from YOW to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?

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Book your ticket with Air Canada and you can expect to be in the air for approximately 5 hours and 5 minutes. This popular airline has a direct flight that takes off at 6:15PM from Ottawa Intl. Airport and lands at Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) at 8:20PM. Expedia has some great flight deals, so take a peek at what's available on this route today.

Question 2

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from YOW to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) last minute?

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Booking your trip from Ottawa International Airport to Vancouver Intl. Airport at the last minute could save you cash if you stumble on an amazing deal. However, tickets usually don't get cheaper as the date of departure nears. If you procrastinate, flights could also be booked out or the best seats taken (we hope you like the middle seat!). If you'd rather play it safe, book well ahead of the date you want to leave. In fact, some of the best deals are available on Expedia up to 12 months in advance. If your favorite airline hasn't released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are constantly updated on Expedia.

Question 3

What airline has the least delays from Ottawa Intl. Airport to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?

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Jet off with Air Canada from YOW to YVR and you're more likely to touch down at the time found on your boarding pass. This airline is the best performer on this route, with 59% of services arriving on time. If your flight is delayed for whatever reason, the Expedia App is a great way to stay up to date. Download it and receive immediate trip updates, from flight delays to gate changes and baggage carousel numbers.

Question 4

What airports do you fly into for Vancouver from Ottawa?

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You've one option when traveling from Ottawa to Vancouver — that's Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR). Arrive here and you'll be roughly 11 kilometers southwest of the middle of Vancouver. Book a ticket and enjoy all that this fascinating city has got to offer.

Question 5

What are the most popular departure times for flights from Ottawa Intl. Airport to Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR)?

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The most popular departure times for trips from Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) to Vancouver Intl. Airport fall between 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Porter Airlines. One handy tip is to jet out in the morning. The earlier you go, the greater your chances of a delay-free flight with lighter air traffic around.

Question 6

Can I change the date of my flight from Ottawa International Airport to Vancouver Intl. Airport?

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Easily make changes to your Ottawa International Airport to Vancouver Intl. Airport ticket by logging in to the Expedia Trips portal. But before you make any adjustments, check out the fare conditions in your itinerary to learn what the airline will let you do and whether fees apply. Some carriers charge a change fee per person, on top of any difference in ticket prices. But if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and organize new flights. You can also swing by our Customer Service portal for more info and to chat with our Virtual Agent.

Origin airport	Macdonald-Cartier Intl.
Destination airport	Vancouver Intl.
Roundtrip price	AED1,320
Distance	3530 km
Average flight time	2 hours 16 mins

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