Travelling from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Ottawa's main airport, Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Check out the options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC) leaving from this terminal.
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport flight.
Fredericton International Airport is located in Fredericton. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Ottawa.
The most popular route is Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Fredericton International Airport (YFC). There are 16 direct services each week.
To ensure you get on your flight from Ottawa to YFC, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC) take off from this terminal.
Porter Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport taking off from YOW.
The top choice among passengers flying between YOW and YFC is Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd.
Among carriers on this route, Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
YOW is about 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
58% of flights departing from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Fredericton International Airport (YFC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near YFC:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Fredericton International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Avis or National and experience the lesser-explored corners of Fredericton and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport flight.
Getting from Fredericton International Airport (YFC) to central Fredericton
Fredericton International Airport is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Fredericton. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport is $327. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $630. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Ottawa to YFC.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring cheap Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. November is the quietest month to visit Fredericton. September is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Ottawa to YFC plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Fredericton, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -16ºC and 0ºC.
More about Fredericton
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fredericton:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Fredericton Botanic Garden, Historic Garrison District and Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge are essential stops on your Fredericton itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Fredericton, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 274 kilometres southeast to Halifax to check off its popular sights. From Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada to Silver Sands Beach and Halifax Public Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Canada, head for Moncton, roughly 137 kilometres east of Fredericton. Irishtown Nature Park, Centennial Park and Acadian Museum are among the biggest draws.