Flying from Ottawa to Deer Lake Regional Airport (YDF): What you need to know
Deer Lake Regional Airport is located in Deer Lake. The city follows the UTC-4:30 timezone and is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Ottawa.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Ottawa to YDF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Travelling from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa to Deer Lake Regional Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
When it comes to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, 58% of flights complete their journey on time.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Deer Lake Regional Airport (YDF)
Consider booking a hotel near YDF if you're catching a late flight from Ottawa to Deer Lake Regional Airport. Pick one of these options and call it a night faster:
Getting from Deer Lake Regional Airport (YDF) to central Deer Lake
Central Deer Lake is around 6 kilometres from Deer Lake Regional Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Deer Lake Regional Airport (YDF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Deer Lake Regional Airport is $242. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $446. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to YDF if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Deer Lake Regional Airport (YDF)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Deer Lake. October is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Deer Lake Regional Airport (YDF), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Deer Lake is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 24ºC. Book your Ottawa to YDF plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Deer Lake Regional Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -14ºC and 0ºC.
More about Deer Lake
Start your Deer Lake trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Deer Lake Regional Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Humber River Trail, Roy Whalen Heritage Museum and Newfoundland Insectarium are attractions you won't want to skip in Deer Lake.
Explore more of Canada
Deer Lake will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres east of Deer Lake, a trip to Grand Falls-Windsor will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Roman Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Canyon Park Walking Trail and Salmonid Interpretation Centre.
Stephenville is another essential stop in Canada and is around 113 kilometres southwest of Deer Lake. No trip is complete without dropping by Alpacas of Newfoundland, Arts and Culture Centre - Stephenville and Regional Museum of Art and History.