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$181+ 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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YHZ
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Halifax Intl are usually found in February or September, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$307
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$181
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$348 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 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 July 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 9/155:55 amYOW - YHZ
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2011:35 amYHZ - YOW
Nonstop2h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$307
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/25:55 amYOW - YHZ
1 stop15h 44mWestJet
Tue 9/236:30 pmYHZ - YOW
1 stop6h 52mWestJet
Deal found 7/3$318
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/152:10 pmYOW - YHZ
Nonstop1h 41mPorter Airlines
Sat 9/204:55 pmYHZ - YOW
Nonstop1h 50mPorter Airlines
Deal found 7/2$346

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Ottawa

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OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Mon 9/15

5:55 am-4:10 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Halifax Intl

Sat 9/20

11:35 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$307

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Tue 9/2

5:55 am-10:39 pm

1 stop15h 44m

Halifax Intl

Tue 9/23

6:30 pm-12:22 am

1 stop6h 52m

$318

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Mon 9/15

2:10 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Halifax Intl

Sat 9/20

4:55 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$346

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 8/8

5:55 am-8:44 pm

1 stop13h 49m

$181

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sat 8/2

8:40 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$185

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Mon 8/4

7:00 am-10:01 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$209

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Mon 10/13

8:00 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$216

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Thu 7/24

6:10 am-7:10 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$305

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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 June 27, 2025.

Booking 43 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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Ottawa to Halifax in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 59% 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 June 29, 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.

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Halifax

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Halifax. 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from YOW to YHZ are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines, Air Transat, and WestJet 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
298 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

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
298 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
298 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

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
407 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
298 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

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
2,917 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
298 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

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
9,681 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
298 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

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 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 41m 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, 31 users have taken a look at flights from Ottawa to Halifax Intl.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Ottawa to Halifax round-trip from $318. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Porter Airlines.

  • 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 $185. Air Transat flights start at $225 while deals on Air Canada start at $271 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 (90%), Air Canada (89%) or PAL Airlines (89%) 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 $111. While the most popular route (Ottawa - Halifax Intl) can be booked for $343 on average our data indicates $287 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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Flair AirlinesCheapest$56Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Porter AirlinesCheapest$113Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
Air CanadaCheapest$260Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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