A short domestic flight used mainly by people who have business on Parliament Hill or with federal departments, and by companies with offices in both cities. It is a day-trip route: out in the morning, back in the evening. A light jet or turboprop is the practical choice, and the flight is short enough that the time saved on the ground makes most of the difference. There is no customs in either direction.
| Airport | IATA / ICAO | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto Pearson International | YYZ / CYYZ | departure · 363 km to YOW | Toronto's main jet airport in Mississauga; mixed traffic with private terminals. Downtown Billy Bishop City Airport does not accept jets, only turboprops. |
| Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International | YOW / CYOW | arrival | Ottawa's main airport, a few miles south of downtown and Parliament Hill; mixed airline and private traffic, suiting government and business trips. |
Source: OurAirports, great-circle.
| Class | Example (published range) | Verdict for 363 km | Estimated time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light jet | Phenom 300 (3,650 km) | Non-stop | 50 min |
| Midsize jet | Citation XLS+ (3,889 km) | Non-stop | 45 min |
| Ultra-long-range jet | Global 6000, Falcon 8X, Gulfstream G650 (11,112 km) | Non-stop | 45 min |
Rule: non-stop needs 15% range margin. Times are estimates.
6-8 passengers, 3,650 km of published range: 10.0 times this route.
See the aircraft ›9-12 passengers, 7,408 km of published range: 20.4 times this route.
See the aircraft ›13-19 passengers, 13,890 km of published range: 38.2 times this route.
See the aircraft ›| When | What happens | Our advice |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays when Parliament sits | Government, lobbying and corporate travel is concentrated on sitting weeks. | Book both legs together for a day trip. |
| Winter | Ottawa winters are cold and snowy; de-icing is routine. | Allow extra time on the ground. |
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