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CMH — YOW
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult
Thu 25/4
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Flights to Ottawa in 2024

Find the latest flights to Ottawa in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 595,970 searches and data was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$3,111

Return from

$2,431

One-way from

$1,096
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ottawa
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Ottawa (YOW)

Average price of flights to Ottawa by month

Plan your trip to Ottawa by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Ottawa is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Ottawa by month

Plan your trip to Ottawa by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

YOW

Temperature

-10 - 21 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ottawa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -10.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Ottawa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights to Ottawa is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Ottawa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Ottawa should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Ottawa. Reviews last updated 20 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Ottawa, see what other customers have to say about Air Canada, Emirates and Cathay Pacific. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.5
Good
3,006 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

7.5
Good
3,006 reviews
7.5
Good
3,006 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

7.4
Good
11,325 reviews
7.5
Good
3,006 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

7.0
Good
6,844 reviews
7.5
Good
3,006 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

  • What does YOW mean?

    Ottawa Airport is YOW. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ottawa?

    Ottawa (YOW), located 10.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Ottawa.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Ottawa if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Ottawa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Ottawa?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air New Zealand is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Ottawa.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Ottawa?

    Ottawa Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Ottawa. One-way flights to Ottawa Airport typically cost $161, while return flights cost around $485.

  • How much is a return flight to Ottawa?

    A return flight to Ottawa will typically cost around $470, however they can be found for as little as $311.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Ottawa depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Ottawa, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Ottawa Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Ottawa Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Ottawa Airport?

    Yes. Ottawa Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Authentic Log Cabin Rental in a Private Waterfront Setting between Ottawa, Ontario and Montreal, Québec is the closest property to Ottawa Airport (0.0 km away from Ottawa Airport).

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