$137+ Cheap flights from Ottawa to Calgary (YOW - YYC)
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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YYC
May 3 — May 101
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to CalgaryExplore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Calgary. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Calgary. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/78:15 pm
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
WestJet
Fri 7/1011:45 pm
YYC
- YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 4/2![WestJet logo]()
$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/112:25 pm
YOW
- YYC
2 stops9h 15m
WestJet
Wed 7/811:25 am
YYC
- YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 4/2![WestJet logo]()
$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/312:25 pm
YOW
- YYC
2 stops9h 15m
WestJet
Fri 7/1011:45 pm
YYC
- YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31![WestJet logo]()
$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/97:20 am
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
WestJet
Sun 7/1211:05 am
YYC
- YOW
2 stops11h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 4/2![WestJet logo]()
$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2112:25 pm
YOW
- YYC
2 stops9h 15m
WestJet
Mon 5/253:20 pm
YYC
- YOW
1 stop7h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/30![WestJet logo]()
$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2612:25 pm
YOW
- YYC
1 stop5h 45m
WestJet
Tue 7/711:45 pm
YYC
- YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 4/2![WestJet logo]()
$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/108:15 pm
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
WestJet
Wed 7/152:25 pm
YYC
- YOW
2 stops7h 55m
WestJet
Deal found 4/2![WestJet logo]()
$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/98:15 pm
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
WestJet
Wed 7/151:30 pm
YYC
- YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 4/2![WestJet logo]()
$266
Best flights from Ottawa to CalgaryDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Ottawa to Calgary that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Ottawa to Calgary that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 3, 2026.
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/138:35 am
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
Porter Airlines
Tue 7/147:00 am
YYC
- YOW
Nonstop3h 58m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Porter Airlines logo]()
$347
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/98:35 am
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
Porter Airlines
Tue 6/167:00 am
YYC
- YOW
Nonstop3h 58m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Porter Airlines logo]()
$355
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/132:00 pm
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
Porter Airlines
Tue 6/167:00 am
YYC
- YOW
Nonstop3h 58m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Porter Airlines logo]()
$355
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/158:35 am
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
Porter Airlines
Wed 5/204:40 pm
YYC
- YOW
1 stop5h 45m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Porter Airlines logo]()
$375
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/177:25 pm
YOW
- YYC
2 stops18h 17m
Porter Airlines
Tue 4/214:30 pm
YYC
- YOW
1 stop6h 11m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Porter Airlines logo]()
$376
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:00 pm
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
Porter Airlines
Thu 9/311:55 pm
YYC
- YOW
1 stop6h 10m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 4/1![Porter Airlines logo]()
$379
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/82:00 pm
YOW
- YYC
1 stop9h 20m
Porter Airlines
Tue 7/148:00 am
YYC
- YOW
2 stops10h 00m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Porter Airlines logo]()
$383
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/72:00 pm
YOW
- YYC
1 stop9h 20m
Porter Airlines
Tue 7/148:00 am
YYC
- YOW
2 stops10h 00m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Porter Airlines logo]()
$383
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2111:00 am
YOW
- YYC
2 stops11h 50m
Porter Airlines
Wed 4/227:10 am
YYC
- YOW
2 stops15h 31m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Porter Airlines logo]()
$407
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:50 am
YOW
- YYC
2 stops16h 32m
Porter Airlines
Mon 4/207:00 am
YYC
- YOW
2 stops11h 00m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Porter Airlines logo]()
$413
Last-minute flights from Ottawa to CalgaryDiscover last-minute flight deals from Ottawa to Calgary. Data last updated April 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Ottawa to Calgary. Data last updated April 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/266:15 pm
YOW
- YYC
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Sun 5/312:25 pm
YYC
- YOW
2 stops9h 55m
WestJet
Deal found 3/30![WestJet logo]()
$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/296:55 am
YOW
- YYC
1 stop6h 25m
WestJet
Mon 5/112:25 pm
YYC
- YOW
2 stops7h 55m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31![WestJet logo]()
$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:25 pm
YOW
- YYC
1 stop5h 45m
WestJet
Thu 5/72:25 pm
YYC
- YOW
2 stops7h 55m
WestJet
Deal found 4/1![WestJet logo]()
$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/112:25 pm
YOW
- YYC
2 stops9h 15m
WestJet
Tue 5/59:35 am
YYC
- YOW
1 stop6h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/30![WestJet logo]()
$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:55 am
YOW
- YYC
1 stop6h 25m
WestJet
Wed 5/63:20 pm
YYC
- YOW
1 stop7h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31![WestJet logo]()
$276
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/912:25 pm
YOW
- YYC
2 stops10h 15m
WestJet
Sun 5/1711:05 am
YYC
- YOW
2 stops11h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31![WestJet logo]()
$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:55 am
YOW
- YYC
1 stop6h 25m
WestJet
Sun 5/173:20 pm
YYC
- YOW
1 stop7h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31![WestJet logo]()
$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2112:25 pm
YOW
- YYC
2 stops9h 15m
WestJet
Mon 5/253:20 pm
YYC
- YOW
1 stop7h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/30![WestJet logo]()
$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/3012:25 pm
YOW
- YYC
2 stops9h 15m
WestJet
Thu 6/43:20 pm
YYC
- YOW
1 stop7h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/30![WestJet logo]()
$272
One-way flights from Ottawa to CalgarySearch for one-way flight options from Ottawa to Calgary. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Ottawa to Calgary. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 3, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:55 am
YOW
- YYC
1 stop9h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31![WestJet logo]()
$137
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/18:15 pm
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31![WestJet logo]()
$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/185:40 am
YOW
- YYC
2 stops9h 08m
WestJet
Deal found 3/30![WestJet logo]()
$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/206:15 pm
YOW
- YYC
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 4/1![WestJet logo]()
$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/267:20 am
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 3/30![WestJet logo]()
$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/264:15 pm
YOW
- YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 4/3![WestJet logo]()
$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/205:40 am
YOW
- YYC
1 stop6h 37m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31![WestJet logo]()
$154
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/196:55 am
YOW
- YYC
1 stop6h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31![WestJet logo]()
$156
Find flight deals from Ottawa to Calgary
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Calgary (YYC). 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 April 3, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $247 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $137 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | June |
Average price | $280 |
Good round-trip deal | $333 or less |
Good one-way deal | $239 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Calgary 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Calgary that are best for you.
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OttawaCalgary
YOW - YYC
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Mon 7/13
8:35 am-11:05 am
Nonstop4h 30m
Calgary
Tue 7/14
7:00 am-12:58 pm
Nonstop3h 58m
$347
OttawaCalgary
YOW - YYC
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Tue 6/9
8:35 am-11:05 am
Nonstop4h 30m
Calgary
Tue 6/16
7:00 am-12:58 pm
Nonstop3h 58m
$355
OttawaCalgary
YOW - YYC
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Sat 6/13
2:00 pm-4:30 pm
Nonstop4h 30m
Calgary
Tue 6/16
7:00 am-12:58 pm
Nonstop3h 58m
$355
OttawaCalgary
YOW - YYC
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Fri 5/15
8:35 am-11:05 am
Nonstop4h 30m
Calgary
Wed 5/20
4:40 pm-12:25 am
1 stop5h 45m
$375
OttawaCalgary
YOW - YYC
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Fri 4/17
7:25 pm-11:42 am
2 stops18h 17m
Calgary
Tue 4/21
4:30 pm-12:41 am
1 stop6h 11m
$376
OttawaCalgary
YOW - YYC
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Mon 8/24
2:00 pm-4:30 pm
Nonstop4h 30m
Calgary
Thu 9/3
11:55 pm-8:05 am
1 stop6h 10m
$379
OttawaCalgary
YOW - YYC
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Wed 7/8
2:00 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop9h 20m
Calgary
Tue 7/14
8:00 am-8:00 pm
2 stops10h 00m
$383
OttawaCalgary
YOW - YYC
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Tue 7/7
2:00 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop9h 20m
Calgary
Tue 7/14
8:00 am-8:00 pm
2 stops10h 00m
$383
OttawaCalgary
YOW - YYC
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Tue 4/21
11:00 am-8:50 pm
2 stops11h 50m
Calgary
Wed 4/22
7:10 am-12:41 am
2 stops15h 31m
$407
OttawaCalgary
YOW - YYC
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Thu 4/16
8:50 am-11:22 pm
2 stops16h 32m
Calgary
Mon 4/20
7:00 am-8:00 pm
2 stops11h 00m
$413
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Compare providers for flights from Ottawa to Calgary
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Ottawa to Calgary in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-Calgary flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Ottawa-Calgary flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Ottawa-Calgary flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-Calgary flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Ottawa-Calgary flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Calgary
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Calgary from Ottawa with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Calgary
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Calgary?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Calgary. Price data was last updated on April 2, 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Ottawa to Calgary may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Calgary?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Calgary (average of $100). Flying from Ottawa to Calgary in July is currently the most expensive (average of $193). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to YYC?
Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Calgary. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 3, 2026.
When flying from Ottawa to Calgary, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to Calgary?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Calgary. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Calgary flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Ottawa to Calgary delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Ottawa and Calgary have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 138 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Ottawa to Calgary flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Ottawa to Calgary flights?
Over the last year, WestJet have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Calgary?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Ottawa to Calgary chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Edmonton (YEG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Ottawa to Calgary on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Calgary?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Ottawa to Calgary, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Edmonton (YEG) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $224.
What’s the fastest layover option from Ottawa to Calgary?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Calgary, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Toronto (YYZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 14m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Ottawa to Calgary?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Calgary, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Toronto (YYZ) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 58m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Calgary
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Calgary. 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 Calgary. Reviews last updated April 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,WestJet, andAir Canada from Ottawa to Calgary have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.6
Food
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJohn,Mar 2026
YYZ - PVR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.6
Food
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJohn,Mar 2026
YYZ - PVR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.6
Food
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJohn,Mar 2026
YYZ - PVR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Crew
8.6
Food
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJohn,Mar 2026
YYZ - PVR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$113 | Average$300 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time52% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$446 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$175 | Average$323 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time60% |