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$149+ Cheap flights from Ottawa to Edmonton (YOW - YEG)

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YEG
jul. 16 — jul. 231
mié. 7/16
mié. 7/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Edmonton are usually found in January or November, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Edmonton

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Edmonton (YEG). 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 julio 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$164
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$149
(CheapOair)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$232
From Ottawa to Edmonton
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Edmonton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
dom. 8/242:20 pmYOW - YEG
1 stop9h 07mPorter Airlines
dom. 8/3111:50 pmYEG - YOW
1 stop6h 16mPorter Airlines
Deal found 7/9$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
jue. 8/287:00 amYOW - YEG
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/28:45 pmYEG - YOW
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$165
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
mié. 9/177:15 pmYOW - YEG
1 stop7h 12mWestJet
vie. 9/194:00 pmYEG - YOW
1 stop6h 40mWestJet
Deal found 7/9$170
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/136:00 pmYOW - YEG
1 stop7h 35mAir Canada
vie. 9/2612:45 amYEG - YOW
1 stop8h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 7/8$236

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Edmonton 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 julio 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Edmonton that are best for you.

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Ottawa

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Edmonton

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Depart

Return

Price

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

dom. 8/24

2:20 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Edmonton

dom. 8/31

11:50 pm-8:06 am

1 stop6h 16m

$164

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

jue. 8/28

7:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 30m

Edmonton

mar. 9/2

8:45 pm-6:45 am

1 stop8h 00m

$165

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

mié. 9/17

7:15 pm-12:27 am

1 stop7h 12m

Edmonton

vie. 9/19

4:00 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 40m

$170

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

sáb. 9/13

6:00 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Edmonton

vie. 9/26

12:45 am-11:04 am

1 stop8h 19m

$236

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

dom. 8/3

5:55 am-1:24 pm

2 stops9h 29m

$149

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

vie. 7/25

6:30 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$225

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

dom. 7/27

2:10 pm-9:25 am

3 stops21h 15m

$264

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

dom. 7/20

8:40 am-11:00 am

Nonstop4h 20m

$274

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

mié. 8/27

8:00 am-8:00 pm

3 stops14h 00m

$2,014

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Deals found on 7/10

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Edmonton

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Edmonton. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa to Edmonton. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton (average of $331). Flying from Ottawa to Edmonton in March is currently the most expensive (average of $456). 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 YEG?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Edmonton. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Edmonton

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Edmonton. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated julio 11, 2025.

The most flights from YOW to YEG are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edmonton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edmonton. 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 Edmonton. Reviews last updated julio 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Porter Airlines, Air Transat, and WestJet from Ottawa to Edmonton. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
303 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mary,Jun 2025

FLL - YYZ

Fort Lauderdale staff was not helpful at all to try to accommodate my husband and myself to sit together. Also very surprised to get charged USD53 for each of our checked luggage, as when we booked the tickets online, the website indicated that our first checked luggage will be charged CAD50!! Very misleading!!!
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
303 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
303 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mary,Jun 2025

FLL - YYZ

Fort Lauderdale staff was not helpful at all to try to accommodate my husband and myself to sit together. Also very surprised to get charged USD53 for each of our checked luggage, as when we booked the tickets online, the website indicated that our first checked luggage will be charged CAD50!! Very misleading!!!
Air Transat
7.8
Good
412 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
303 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mary,Jun 2025

FLL - YYZ

Fort Lauderdale staff was not helpful at all to try to accommodate my husband and myself to sit together. Also very surprised to get charged USD53 for each of our checked luggage, as when we booked the tickets online, the website indicated that our first checked luggage will be charged CAD50!! Very misleading!!!
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,924 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
303 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mary,Jun 2025

FLL - YYZ

Fort Lauderdale staff was not helpful at all to try to accommodate my husband and myself to sit together. Also very surprised to get charged USD53 for each of our checked luggage, as when we booked the tickets online, the website indicated that our first checked luggage will be charged CAD50!! Very misleading!!!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,695 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
303 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mary,Jun 2025

FLL - YYZ

Fort Lauderdale staff was not helpful at all to try to accommodate my husband and myself to sit together. Also very surprised to get charged USD53 for each of our checked luggage, as when we booked the tickets online, the website indicated that our first checked luggage will be charged CAD50!! Very misleading!!!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Edmonton. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    Booking a flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Edmonton (YEG) is your only option if you wish to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton. On a typical day, there are 6 flights from Ottawa to Edmonton, all of which are around 4h 20m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Edmonton round-trip?

    Flying on Porter Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Edmonton, with prices starting at $164. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by WestJet and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $170 and $236, respectively. Users have found that Porter Airlines is 9% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Ottawa to Edmonton are WestJet ($149), Porter Airlines ($225), and Air Transat ($274).

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

    Before booking your flight to Edmonton from Ottawa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (84%), WestJet (81%), Porter Airlines( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    While on average a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton is generally $288, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $60. When looking at the most popular route, (Ottawa - Edmonton), you can expect to pay $148 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton (average of $331). Flying from Ottawa to Edmonton in March is currently the most expensive (average of $456). 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 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to Edmonton

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Edmonton. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated julio 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$101Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$111Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%

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