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$196+ Cheap flights from Ottawa to Halifax (YOW - YHZ)

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YHZ
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Halifax Intl are usually found in February or May, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Halifax

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Halifax (YHZ). 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$241
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$196
(Porter Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$205 or less
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Halifax
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Halifax. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/32:50 pmYOW - YHZ
1 stop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/178:25 amYHZ - YOW
2 stops17h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$241
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/219:15 amYOW - YHZ
2 stops9h 57mPorter Airlines
Mon 11/246:35 pmYHZ - YOW
1 stop7h 06mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/17$242
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:55 amYOW - YHZ
Nonstop1h 59mPorter Airlines
Mon 11/171:10 pmYHZ - YOW
1 stop4h 41mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/17$245
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2010:45 amYOW - YHZ
1 stop4h 14mPorter Airlines
Thu 10/239:15 amYHZ - YOW
2 stops12h 19mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/17$252
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/182:20 pmYOW - YHZ
1 stop5h 24mPorter Airlines
Sat 10/256:10 amYHZ - YOW
Nonstop2h 09mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/16$253
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/167:00 amYOW - YHZ
Nonstop1h 59mAir Canada
Thu 10/233:45 pmYHZ - YOW
Nonstop2h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$254
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/158:45 pmYOW - YHZ
Nonstop1h 55mPorter Airlines
Tue 10/2811:35 amYHZ - YOW
2 stops7h 51mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/17$255
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/168:35 amYOW - YHZ
2 stops8h 10mPorter Airlines
Sun 10/268:30 amYHZ - YOW
1 stop7h 34mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/17$256
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Mon 10/207:00 amYOW - YHZ
Nonstop1h 59mAir Canada
Thu 10/235:30 pmYHZ - YOW
1 stop5h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 9/17$259
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 10/196:50 pmYOW - YHZ
2 stops15h 49mPorter Airlines
Mon 10/2711:35 amYHZ - YOW
2 stops7h 51mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/17$261
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/168:35 amYOW - YHZ
2 stops8h 10mPorter Airlines
Sat 10/2512:30 pmYHZ - YOW
1 stop5h 51mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/17$263

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Halifax 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Halifax that are best for you.

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Ottawa

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OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Mon 10/20

10:45 am-3:59 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Halifax Intl

Thu 10/23

9:15 am-8:34 pm

2 stops12h 19m

$252

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 10/17

9:35 am-5:45 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Halifax Intl

Thu 10/23

9:15 am-4:34 pm

2 stops8h 19m

$255

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Thu 10/16

7:00 am-1:52 pm

2 stops5h 52m

Halifax Intl

Thu 10/23

9:15 am-4:34 pm

2 stops8h 19m

$255

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 10/15

8:45 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Halifax Intl

Tue 10/28

11:35 am-6:26 pm

2 stops7h 51m

$255

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 10/15

8:45 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Halifax Intl

Mon 10/27

11:35 am-6:26 pm

2 stops7h 51m

$255

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Mon 11/3

12:10 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops6h 41m

Halifax Intl

Mon 11/17

8:25 am-3:04 pm

2 stops7h 39m

$255

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Thu 10/16

9:35 am-5:45 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Halifax Intl

Mon 10/27

11:35 am-7:54 pm

2 stops9h 19m

$256

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sat 10/18

7:00 am-1:52 pm

2 stops5h 52m

Halifax Intl

Wed 10/22

9:15 am-4:34 pm

2 stops8h 19m

$256

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Thu 10/16

8:35 am-5:45 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Halifax Intl

Tue 10/28

11:35 am-6:39 pm

2 stops8h 04m

$256

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 10/15

8:45 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Halifax Intl

Sun 10/26

8:30 am-3:04 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$256

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Halifax. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 34 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa to Halifax. 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 Halifax?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax (average of $375). Flying from Ottawa to Halifax in December is currently the most expensive (average of $497). 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 YHZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Halifax. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Ottawa to Halifax in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to Halifax?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Halifax. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Halifax flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Halifax

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Halifax. 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 Halifax. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines, Air Transat, and Air Canada from Ottawa to Halifax by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
365 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
365 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
365 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
439 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
365 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
365 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to Halifax from Ottawa, then you need to book flights from Ottawa to Halifax Intl. There are 9 flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Halifax Intl (YHZ) per day to choose from. Flights to Halifax from Ottawa are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 59m is how long a nonstop flight from Ottawa to Halifax Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Ottawa to Halifax flight route?

    Within the past month, 47 users have taken a look at flights from Ottawa to Halifax Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Halifax?

    There are many flights that can get you from Ottawa to Halifax in 4h 14m. Fly via Porter Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Ottawa to Halifax is about 593 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Ottawa to Halifax round-trip from $234. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $254, and Air Transat, from $264. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Ottawa to Halifax consider choosing Jazz (100%), SWISS (100%) or Air Canada (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Halifax?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $153. While the most popular route (Ottawa - Halifax Intl) can be booked for $231 on average, our data indicates $313 when flying from Ottawa to Halifax.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Halifax 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 Halifax?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax (average of $375). Flying from Ottawa to Halifax in December is currently the most expensive (average of $497). 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 Ottawa to Halifax

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Halifax. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapest$234Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
Air CanadaCheapest$254Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air TransatCheapest$264Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%

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