Travelling from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the main airport in Ottawa. Search for flights from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC) that depart from this terminal.
The timezone in Fredericton is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Ottawa. Fredericton International Airport is located in Fredericton.
To ensure you catch your flight from Ottawa to YFC, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Located around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of Ottawa, YND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport? Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are close to Ottawa Gatineau Airport. They're an especially good option if you have an early flight out.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Looking to fly out of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)? Direct Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Porter Airlines has direct flights from Ottawa to YFC departing from YOW. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in one go.
Porter Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from YOW to YFC.
Among the carriers operating flights between Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and Fredericton International Airport, Porter Airlines leads in on-time performance.
You can get to YOW from central Ottawa in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 13 kms (8 miles) or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport the day before your Ottawa to YFC flight:
58.21% of flights out of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport arrive according to schedule.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Fredericton International Airport (YFC)
Have a late flight from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near YFC and get cosy, quick:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Fredericton International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Avis or National and explore beyond Fredericton's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport flight.
Getting from Fredericton International Airport (YFC) to central Fredericton
Fredericton International Airport is around 8 miles from central Fredericton. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC)
£100 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport. A return flight starts from £200. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap flights from Ottawa to YFC by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Ottawa to YFC.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport (YFC). August is when most people visit Fredericton. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in February.
Lock in an Ottawa to YFC plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Fredericton to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Fredericton
Start your Fredericton trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Ottawa to Fredericton International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Fredericton Botanic Garden, Historic Garrison District and Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge are must-do's during your Fredericton adventure.
Explore more of Canada
Fredericton is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. Around 274 kms (170 miles) south-east of Fredericton, a visit to Halifax will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada, Silver Sands Beach and The Halifax Public Gardens.
Moncton is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 137 kms (85 miles) east of Fredericton. No trip is complete without experiencing Irishtown Nature Park, Centennial Park and Acadian Museum.