Fly private between Ottawa and Calgary from US$53,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Ottawa (YOW) to Calgary (YYC) and Calgary to Ottawa — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Ottawa to Calgary is roughly 2,878 kilometres — 1,788 miles, or 1,554 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Ottawa to Calgary (and Calgary to Ottawa) ranges from US$53,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$138,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CAD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 00m | 3h 36m – 4h 24m | C$72,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 42m | 3h 20m – 4h 04m | C$99,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 4h 00m | C$72,000 – C$95,000 (~US$53,000 – US$70,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 57m | C$80,000 – C$95,000 (~US$58,500 – US$70,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 47m | C$86,000 – C$95,000 (~US$63,500 – US$70,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 42m | C$99,000 – C$140,000 (~US$72,500 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 42m | C$110,000 – C$140,000 (~US$80,000 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 47m | C$120,000 – C$140,000 (~US$87,000 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Ottawa–Calgary quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Ottawa, Canada: Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and Ottawa / Gatineau Airport.
Calgary, Canada: Calgary International Airport, Calgary / Springbank Airport and Airdrie Aerodrome.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Ottawa: Ottawa (YOW); Calgary: Calgary (YYC).
Observed traffic points to a weekday route with afternoon departures, on the departures logged so far.
Ottawa→Calgary runs about 54 minutes longer in the flights we have logged so far.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa → Calgary | 8 | 246 min | 222 min | Gulfstream G150 (3), Cessna Citation 10 (2) |
| Calgary → Ottawa | 8 | 192 min | — | Cessna Citation 10 (2) |
16 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | Calgary International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | CYOW / YOW | CYYC / YYC |
| Longest hard runway | 10,000 ft | 14,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 374 ft | 3,557 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,800 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,418 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 7,100 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,188 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,500 ft spare |
3,700 km 102 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,722 ft spare |
3,650 km 52 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,800 ft spare |
3,900 km 302 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,424 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,002 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 5,070 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,328 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 5,100 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,802 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,308 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,622 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,560 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,802 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,700 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,202 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,210 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,802 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,000 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,662 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,200 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,514 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,000 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,362 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,200 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,347 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Ottawa / Gatineau Airport (6,000 ft, 24 km) · Ottawa / Carp Airport (3,937 ft, 28 km) · Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport (4,000 ft, 47 km) · Arnprior Airport (3,955 ft, 55 km) · Calgary / Springbank Airport (5,000 ft, 25 km) · Airdrie Aerodrome (5,000 ft, 17 km) · High River Airport (4,160 ft, 66 km) · Cheadle Airport
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Ottawa–Calgary quote requests within 60 minutes.
Ottawa–Calgary is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$53,000 – US$138,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 4h 00m gate to gate over 2,878 km (1,788 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Ottawa–Calgary departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Ottawa–Calgary charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Calgary to Ottawa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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