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$147+ 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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YHZ
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Tue 4/21
Tue 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Halifax Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 March 22, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/197:55 am
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/268:15 pm
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop5h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 6/34:00 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop4h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/78:15 pm
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop5h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/21$282
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Fri 5/14:00 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop4h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:15 pm
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop5h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$283
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Sat 5/161:50 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/238:15 pm
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop5h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/22$284
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/107:55 am
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 59m
Porter Airlines
Sat 4/184:50 pm
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 19m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/20$290
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/107:55 am
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 59m
Porter Airlines
Sun 4/126:35 pm
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop7h 06m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/20$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/108:55 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 59m
Porter Airlines
Mon 4/131:10 pm
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop6h 16m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/18$294
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/176:45 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 37m
Porter Airlines
Wed 4/226:40 am
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 19m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/20$295
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Fri 5/16:55 am
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop15h 15m
WestJet
Mon 5/48:15 pm
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop5h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 3/21$296
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/136:55 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop4h 24m
Porter Airlines
Sat 4/184:50 pm
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 19m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/18$298

Find 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 March 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$281
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$147
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$363

Good round-trip deal

$342 or less

Good one-way deal

$216 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 March 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Halifax that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 5/1

6:55 am-11:10 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Halifax Intl

Mon 5/4

8:15 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 05m

$300
Quickest round-trip

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Tue 6/9

4:00 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Halifax Intl

Tue 6/16

6:00 pm-12:25 am

2 stops7h 25m

$335

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 5/22

8:40 am-3:37 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Halifax Intl

Sun 5/31

11:05 am-7:47 pm

2 stops9h 42m

$362

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 4/15

9:15 am-12:19 am

2 stops14h 04m

Halifax Intl

Wed 4/22

11:35 am-7:54 pm

2 stops9h 19m

$367

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 4/29

6:55 pm-12:19 am

1 stop4h 24m

Halifax Intl

Wed 5/6

6:20 am-5:40 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$368

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sat 5/16

8:40 am-3:37 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Halifax Intl

Sat 5/23

1:05 pm-12:25 am

2 stops12h 20m

$375

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 4/22

9:15 am-8:09 pm

2 stops9h 54m

Halifax Intl

Tue 4/28

11:35 am-5:29 pm

2 stops6h 54m

$381

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Thu 4/9

9:15 am-9:34 pm

2 stops11h 19m

Halifax Intl

Sat 4/11

8:25 am-4:51 pm

2 stops9h 26m

$382

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 4/10

9:15 am-8:09 pm

2 stops9h 54m

Halifax Intl

Mon 4/13

8:25 am-4:51 pm

2 stops9h 26m

$383

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Tue 6/16

2:15 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops7h 47m

Halifax Intl

Fri 6/26

11:05 am-7:47 pm

2 stops9h 42m

$396

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Compare providers for flights from Ottawa to Halifax

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 Halifax in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-Halifax flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Ottawa-Halifax flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Ottawa-Halifax flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-Halifax 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-Halifax 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 Halifax

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

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 March 13, 2026.

Booking 23 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax (average of $38). Flying from Ottawa to Halifax in February is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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 March 22, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Ottawa to Halifax at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, 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 March 14, 2026.

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 March 22, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines 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
8.0
Very good
426 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
426 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
426 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,830 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
426 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Halifax. 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 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 39m 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, 48 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 17m. Fly via WestJet or Porter Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Ottawa to Halifax is about 593 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Ottawa to Halifax round-trip from $69. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Porter Airlines, from $208, and Air Canada, from $253. These flights start at 79% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Porter Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $108. Air Canada flights start at $137 while deals on Air Transat start at $140 one-way.

  • 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 (76%), Air Canada (72%) or Porter Airlines (60%) 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 $113. While the most popular route (Ottawa - Halifax Intl) can be booked for $276 on average, our data indicates $364 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax (average of $38). Flying from Ottawa to Halifax in February is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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 March 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TransatCheapest$69Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$208Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
Air CanadaCheapest$253Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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