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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Ottawa (YOW) from $160

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from Chicago to Ottawa are usually found in October or January, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Ottawa (YOW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

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March

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October

Round-trip from

$283

One-way from

$215
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Ottawa?

Sunday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Chicago to Ottawa. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Ottawa.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Ottawa?

To save on the cost of your flight from Chicago to Ottawa, book at least 51 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 77% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $472 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $619.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Ottawa?

Our data shows that October tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Ottawa from Chicago. Users have commonly found prices around $426 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $302. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in March.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to YOW?

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Ottawa in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 40% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Air Canada flights from Chicago to Ottawa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Chicago and Ottawa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Air Canada flights we've come across from Chicago to Ottawa. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Fri 10/187:25 amORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 08mAir Canada
Sat 10/2611:20 amYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$603
Sat 6/298:45 amORD - YOW
2 stops7h 34mAir Canada
Mon 7/17:10 amYOW - ORD
2 stops8h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$626
Fri 10/186:00 pmORD - YOW
1 stop6h 33mAir Canada
Sat 10/263:30 pmYOW - ORD
1 stop5h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$638
Fri 10/187:25 amORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 08mAir Canada
Sat 10/263:30 pmYOW - ORD
1 stop5h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$646
Sat 6/296:34 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mAir Canada
Sat 7/610:00 amYOW - ORD
1 stop5h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 5/31$657
Tue 9/246:29 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 20mAir Canada
Sun 9/2911:20 amYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$660
Tue 9/242:00 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 11mAir Canada
Sun 9/295:55 amYOW - ORD
1 stop4h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$665
Fri 6/211:55 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 09mAir Canada
Tue 6/257:10 amYOW - ORD
1 stop6h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$668
Tue 9/2410:55 amORD - YOW
1 stop5h 35mAir Canada
Sun 9/295:55 amYOW - ORD
1 stop4h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$670

Cheap United Airlines flights from Chicago to Ottawa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Chicago and Ottawa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Chicago to Ottawa. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sat 6/299:38 pmORD - YOW
1 stop14h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/16:03 pmYOW - ORD
1 stop14h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$608
Sat 6/299:38 pmORD - YOW
1 stop14h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/16:05 amYOW - ORD
2 stops11h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$623
Sat 6/296:34 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/16:03 pmYOW - ORD
1 stop14h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$639
Fri 9/202:00 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/285:30 pmYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$651
Sat 6/296:34 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/16:30 amYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$656
Sat 6/296:34 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/65:30 pmYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$684
Sat 6/86:30 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/95:30 amYOW - ORD
1 stop4h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$725
Fri 6/216:30 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/285:30 pmYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$880
Fri 6/76:00 amORD - YOW
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/106:00 pmYOW - ORD
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$1,146

Cheap Chicago to Ottawa flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Ottawa specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Prices were last updated on June 2, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Chicago to Ottawa in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 6/145:39 amORD - YOW
1 stop10h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/174:35 pmYOW - ORD
1 stop16h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$375
Sat 6/298:00 amMDW - YOW
1 stop4h 49mPorter Airlines
Sat 7/64:25 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop3h 37mPorter Airlines
Deal found 5/31$390
Fri 6/145:39 amORD - YOW
1 stop10h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1712:00 pmYOW - ORD
2 stops21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$397
Sat 6/298:00 amMDW - YOW
1 stop4h 49mPorter Airlines
Sat 7/62:30 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop5h 32mPorter Airlines
Deal found 5/31$401
Fri 6/145:39 amORD - YOW
1 stop10h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/178:50 amYOW - ORD
3 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$407
Fri 6/149:10 pmORD - YOW
2 stops20h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/174:15 pmYOW - ORD
2 stops29h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$433
Sat 6/298:39 pmORD - YOW
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/610:00 amYOW - ORD
1 stop12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$440
Thu 6/278:00 amMDW - YOW
1 stop6h 29mPorter Airlines
Sun 6/305:20 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop5h 17mPorter Airlines
Deal found 6/1$440
Sat 6/298:39 pmORD - YOW
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/610:00 amYOW - ORD
1 stop12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$441

Chicago to Ottawa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Ottawa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Chicago to Ottawa in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 6/145:39 amORD - YOW
1 stop10h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/174:35 pmYOW - ORD
1 stop16h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$375
Fri 7/511:30 amMDW - YOW
1 stop5h 44mPorter Airlines
Sat 7/134:25 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop3h 37mPorter Airlines
Deal found 5/31$381
Sat 6/298:00 amMDW - YOW
1 stop4h 49mPorter Airlines
Sat 7/64:25 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop3h 37mPorter Airlines
Deal found 5/31$390
Fri 6/145:39 amORD - YOW
1 stop10h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1712:00 pmYOW - ORD
2 stops21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$397
Tue 7/98:00 amMDW - YOW
1 stop3h 39mPorter Airlines
Fri 7/265:10 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop5h 27mPorter Airlines
Deal found 5/31$397
Sat 6/298:00 amMDW - YOW
1 stop4h 49mPorter Airlines
Sat 7/62:30 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop5h 32mPorter Airlines
Deal found 5/31$401
Fri 6/145:39 amORD - YOW
1 stop10h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/178:50 amYOW - ORD
3 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$407
Fri 7/511:24 amORD - YOW
1 stop7h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/1512:00 pmYOW - ORD
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$418
Fri 7/59:37 pmORD - YOW
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/158:55 amYOW - ORD
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$436

Non-stop flights to Ottawa from Chicago

Discover non-stop flight options from Chicago to Ottawa. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from Chicago to Ottawa, check out these fares. Select from other flights from Chicago to Ottawa by using the search form above.
Fri 10/187:25 amORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 08mAir Canada
Sat 10/2611:20 amYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$603
Fri 9/202:00 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/285:30 pmYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$651
Sat 6/296:34 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/16:30 amYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$656
Fri 6/216:30 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mAir Canada
Tue 6/256:38 amYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$660
Sat 6/296:34 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/65:30 pmYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$684
Sat 6/296:34 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mAir Canada
Sat 7/65:30 pmYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 5/31$693
Thu 6/276:34 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mAir Canada
Sun 6/306:30 amYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$789
Fri 6/216:30 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/285:30 pmYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$880
Fri 6/146:30 pmORD - YOW
Nonstop2h 18mAir Canada
Mon 6/176:38 amYOW - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$986

Chicago to Ottawa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Ottawa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Chicago to Ottawa. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Fri 6/1411:25 amMDW - YOW
1 stop4h 04mPorter Airlines
Mon 6/171:15 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop4h 02mPorter Airlines
Deal found 6/1$457
Fri 6/149:08 pmMDW - YOW
2 stops15h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1711:30 amYOW - MDW
1 stop5h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$492
Fri 6/148:00 amMDW - YOW
1 stop3h 39mPorter Airlines
Mon 6/177:10 amYOW - MDW
1 stop3h 57mPorter Airlines
Deal found 6/1$495
Fri 6/149:08 pmMDW - YOW
2 stops20h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/176:55 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop3h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$496
Fri 6/1411:25 amMDW - YOW
1 stop5h 49mPorter Airlines
Sun 6/167:05 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop3h 32mPorter Airlines
Deal found 6/1$522
Fri 6/75:55 pmORD - YOW
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/104:15 pmYOW - ORD
1 stop15h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$546
Fri 6/78:00 amMDW - YOW
1 stop3h 39mPorter Airlines
Mon 6/106:55 pmYOW - MDW
1 stop3h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 5/31$550
Fri 6/79:10 pmORD - YOW
2 stops20h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1012:00 pmYOW - ORD
2 stops21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$554
Fri 6/79:10 pmORD - YOW
2 stops20h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1011:30 amYOW - ORD
3 stops21h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$562

One-way flights to Ottawa from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Ottawa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Chicago to Ottawa can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Chicago to Ottawa flights by using the search form above.
Mon 7/19:10 pmORD - YOW
1 stop19h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$160
Sat 6/294:40 pmORD - YOW
1 stop22h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$168
Sat 6/294:40 pmORD - YOW
1 stop22h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$170
Fri 7/55:07 pmORD - YOW
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$175
Sat 6/298:39 pmORD - YOW
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$177
Fri 7/58:00 amMDW - YOW
1 stop3h 39mPorter Airlines
Deal found 6/1$179
Mon 7/19:10 pmORD - YOW
2 stops21h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$193
Sat 6/2912:30 pmMDW - YOW
1 stop5h 54mPorter Airlines
Deal found 5/31$197
Sat 6/298:00 amMDW - YOW
1 stop6h 14mPorter Airlines
Deal found 5/31$201

Find flights from Chicago to Ottawa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Ottawa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$368 - $802

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlOttawa

ORD - YOW

ORDYOW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/31

1 stop7h 54m

Ottawa

Wed 8/7

1 stop7h 19m

$368

Chicago O'Hare IntlOttawa

ORD - YOW

ORDYOW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/14

1 stop10h 48m

Ottawa

Mon 6/17

1 stop16h 49m

$375

Chicago MidwayOttawa

MDW - YOW

MDWYOW

Chicago Midway

Fri 7/5

1 stop5h 44m

Ottawa

Sat 7/13

1 stop3h 37m

$381

Chicago MidwayOttawa

MDW - YOW

MDWYOW

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/29

1 stop4h 49m

Ottawa

Sat 7/6

1 stop3h 37m

$390

Chicago O'Hare IntlOttawa

ORD - YOW

ORDYOW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/14

1 stop10h 48m

Ottawa

Mon 6/17

2 stops21h 24m

$397

Chicago MidwayOttawa

MDW - YOW

MDWYOW

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/9

1 stop3h 39m

Ottawa

Fri 7/26

1 stop5h 27m

$397

Chicago O'Hare IntlOttawa

ORD - YOW

ORDYOW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/18

Nonstop2h 08m

Ottawa

Sat 10/26

Nonstop2h 17m

$603

Chicago O'Hare IntlOttawa

ORD - YOW

ORDYOW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/29

1 stop14h 17m

Ottawa

Mon 7/1

1 stop14h 32m

$608

Chicago MidwayOttawa

MDW - YOW

MDWYOW

Chicago Midway

Fri 7/5

2 stops24h 31m

Ottawa

Mon 7/15

2 stops28h 14m

$802

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Ottawa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Ottawa, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Ottawa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Ottawa flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Ottawa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ottawa from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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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

14 - 69.8 °F

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 June 2, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Ottawa, such as Air Canada, United Airlines and Porter Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,861 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 10

System was down and the line on the check in counter was very slow.

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,861 reviews
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,861 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 10

System was down and the line on the check in counter was very slow.

Porter Airlines
7.4
Good
388 reviews
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,861 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 10

System was down and the line on the check in counter was very slow.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,755 reviews
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,861 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 10

System was down and the line on the check in counter was very slow.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
7,021 reviews
WestJet
7.5
Good
2,861 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 10

System was down and the line on the check in counter was very slow.

Related info for your journey

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

    Ottawa (YOW), located 6.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago to Ottawa. 3 airlines have flights to Ottawa from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to Ottawa should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from Chicago per day.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Ottawa for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Ottawa for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $368, but on average you can expect to pay $419.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Ottawa for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 10 direct flights from Chicago to Ottawa under $700. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Ottawa is less than $782.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Ottawa for under $500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Ottawa within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Ottawa round-trip?

    Flying on Porter Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Ottawa, with prices starting at $381. Porter Airlines is 10% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Ottawa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Porter Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $179. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Ottawa for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Ottawa?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Ottawa are United Airlines (87%), Republic Airways (87%) and Air Canada (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Ottawa?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Ottawa is generally $409, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $123. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Ottawa), you can expect to pay $374 for that flight.

  • What does ORD to YOW mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Ottawa Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ORD to YOW flight. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Ottawa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Ottawa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Ottawa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Ottawa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Ottawa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Ottawa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Ottawa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Ottawa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Ottawa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Ottawa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Ottawa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Ottawa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Ottawa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Ottawa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Ottawa flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Ottawa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/1.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Ottawa?

    Air Canada, Porter Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Chicago to Ottawa.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Ottawa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Ottawa (average of $283). Flying from Chicago to Ottawa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $482). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Ottawa

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Air CanadaCheapest$260Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$323Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Porter AirlinesCheapest$324Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Ottawa

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