What is the cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Svalbard?

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Svalbard is to fly which costs $500 - $1,900 and takes 18h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottawa to Svalbard?

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Svalbard is to fly which takes 18h 47m and costs $500 - $1,900.

How far is it from Ottawa to Svalbard?

The distance between Ottawa and Svalbard is 5146 km.

How long does it take to get from Ottawa to Svalbard?

It takes approximately 18h 47m to get from Ottawa to Svalbard, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Ottawa and Svalbard?

Svalbard is 6h ahead of Ottawa. It is currently 4:22 PM in Ottawa and 10:22 PM in Svalbard.

Where can I stay near Svalbard?

There are 18+ hotels available in Svalbard.

Ottawa to Svalbard - 2 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Ottawa to Svalbard by plane or train

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Fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
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1. Fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR)plane YOW - LYR
18h 47m
$504–1,814
Train to Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ottawa to Dorvaltrain
2. Fly from Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR)plane YUL - LYR
19h 41m
$540–2,118

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) flights

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16h 36mAverage Duration

$493Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5,145.8 km
Duration: 18h 47m

What companies run services between Ottawa, ON, Canada and Svalbard, SJ?

Air France, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) 4 times a week.

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