"Canada's Capital City Airport."
Just 10 minutes from downtown, Ottawa Rockcliffe Airport is the closest airport to the heart of Canada’s capital. Whether you’re training, touring, or just passing through, our scenic and historic location along the Ottawa River offers unmatched convenience, community, and access to the skies.
Why Choose Us
Location
From airport to Parliament and the vibrant beauty of our nation’s capital faster than any other arrival port.
| 10 min by car
| 25 min by bike
to downtown.
Affordable Arrival
General Aviation traffic under 3000 kg MTOW don't pay landing fees!
Commercial aircraft and heavier aircraft only pay a fraction of YOW landing fees to be closer to downtown.
Aviator Community
Our team is a group of passionate aviators and pilots who are dedicated to getting you the best support possible.
Its a Canadian thing - great service at an fair price.
Services
| 100 LL Fuel
| Ground Support
| Bike Rentals
| Tie Downs & Parking
| Aircraft Cleaning
| Maintenance
| Ottawa's Pilot Store
| Flight Training
| Aviation Club
| Expert Support
| Hotel Rates
About
Us
Discover Ottawa’s most unique arrival point—by car, plane, seaplane, or boat—at the scenic Rockcliffe Airport.
Nestled along the banks of the majestic Ottawa River and adjacent to the renowned Canada Aviation and Space Museum, this charming gateway is surrounded by the lush trails and picnic spots of Rockcliffe Park.
Just 10 minutes from downtown by car and 10 minutes from the culinary gems of New Edinburgh and the Byward Market, or a leisurely 25-minute ride along picturesque bike paths, it’s the perfect blend of nature, history, and convenience.
Our History
Rockcliffe Airport, located in Ottawa, Ontario, has a rich aviation heritage dating back to 1918, when it served as a site for early Royal Air Force mail flights.
It later became a significant military base for the Royal Canadian Air Force and played a vital role during World War II as part of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan.
For decades, the airfield supported military aviation operations before transitioning to civilian use.
Today, it is home to the non-profit Rockcliffe Flying Club and sits adjacent to the Canada Aviation and Space Museum, preserving its legacy as one of Canada’s most historic and storied airfields.
In 2018, CYRO became the oldest active airfield in Canada.
Our Mission
To establish a connection between the general aviation community and our nation’s capital.
To connect with the history of our Canadian aviation accomplishments
To foster inspiration for the next generation of aviators and the future of airport commercial innovation.
Our Partners & Clients
Lets Partner
If you are interested in joining our list of partner businesses and investors, we’d love to hear from you!
We are looking for general aviation, commercial aviation, and aerospace innovators to partner with us on our next steps.
Be a part of the future of this incredible piece of infrastructure and the next generation of City Airports, please contact us.
