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$171+ 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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YHZ
Aug 17 — Aug 241
Mon 8/17
Mon 8/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Halifax Intl are usually found in November or March, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Monday

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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 July 18, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Thu 9/36:20 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 54m
Porter Airlines
Sun 9/67:00 am
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 7/17$294
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/34:00 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop6h 12m
Porter Airlines
Tue 9/87:00 am
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 7/16$296
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Sat 8/2912:25 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/18:00 am
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop5h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17$298
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Thu 8/2712:25 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/317:00 am
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13$300
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 10/98:40 am
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop5h 57m
Porter Airlines
Mon 10/1211:05 am
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop4h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 7/12$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 9/58:50 pm
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 54m
Porter Airlines
Tue 9/87:00 am
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 7/15$308

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 July 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(oojo)

One-way from

$171
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$416

Good round-trip deal

$319 or less

Good one-way deal

$271 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Halifax that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Thu 9/17

2:00 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Halifax Intl

Sat 9/26

6:55 am-5:40 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$314

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Thu 9/3

10:40 am-6:28 pm

2 stops6h 48m

Halifax Intl

Sun 9/6

8:00 am-12:52 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$319
Quickest round-trip

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 9/4

6:20 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Halifax Intl

Tue 9/8

1:40 pm-2:49 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$320

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 10/9

8:55 am-6:28 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Halifax Intl

Mon 10/12

7:30 am-11:27 am

1 stop4h 57m

$325

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 9/11

8:45 am-11:33 pm

2 stops13h 48m

Halifax Intl

Tue 9/15

4:45 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$325

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Mon 10/5

2:00 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Halifax Intl

Mon 10/12

11:05 am-2:55 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$328

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Thu 8/27

8:30 am-5:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Halifax Intl

Mon 8/31

6:55 am-5:40 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$346

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 8/28

2:00 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Halifax Intl

Mon 9/7

6:55 am-3:12 pm

2 stops9h 17m

$346

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Thu 8/6

1:50 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops8h 43m

Halifax Intl

Wed 8/12

11:30 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$346
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sun 8/9

6:20 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$171

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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?

Booking 86 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax (average of $289). Flying from Ottawa to Halifax in July is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 July 18, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Ottawa to Halifax in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 13% 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 July 11, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Halifax?

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 July 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet 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
445 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
445 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
445 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Air Transat
7.8
Good
565 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
445 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,409 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
445 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,352 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
445 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats

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 10 flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Halifax Intl (YHZ) per day to choose from. Flights to Halifax from Ottawa are available from 4 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, 93 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 8h 33m. 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 $69. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are WestJet, from $208, and Porter Airlines, from $212. These flights start at 80% 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 SWISS (78%), Porter Airlines (77%) or Air Transat (77%) 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 $158. While the most popular route (Ottawa - Halifax Intl) can be booked for $294 on average, our data indicates $367 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax (average of $289). Flying from Ottawa to Halifax in July is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to Halifax

Discover the top 4 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 July 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TransatCheapest$69Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
WestJetCheapest$208Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$212Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
Air CanadaCheapest$253Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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