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$98+ Cheap flights from Calgary to Ottawa (YYC - YOW)

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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYC — YOW
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Calgary to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Calgary (YYC) to Ottawa (YOW). 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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$174
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$98
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$243

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$201 or less
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Cheapest flights from Calgary to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Calgary to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/33:15 pmYYC - YOW
1 stop7h 27mWestJet
Wed 12/105:45 pmYOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 41mWestJet
Deal found 10/27$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/216:40 pmYYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 00mWestJet
Sun 11/236:00 amYOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 49mWestJet
Deal found 10/27$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/219:50 amYYC - YOW
1 stop6h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/236:55 pmYOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/246:40 pmYYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 00mWestJet
Mon 12/15:40 amYOW - YYC
2 stops10h 20mWestJet
Deal found 10/28$179
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/248:20 amYYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 10mPorter Airlines
Mon 12/16:55 pmYOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 40mPorter Airlines
Deal found 10/26$182
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/118:20 amYYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 10mPorter Airlines
Sat 12/136:55 pmYOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 40mPorter Airlines
Deal found 10/27$183
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 11/218:20 amYYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 10mPorter Airlines
Sun 11/236:55 pmYOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 35mPorter Airlines
Deal found 10/27$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 12/113:15 pmYYC - YOW
1 stop7h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/136:55 pmYOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$185

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Calgary to Ottawa 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Calgary to Ottawa that are best for you.

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Calgary

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Ottawa

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Price

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Wed 12/3

3:15 pm-12:42 am

1 stop7h 27m

Ottawa

Wed 12/10

5:45 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop4h 41m

$174

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Thu 12/11

8:20 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

Ottawa

Sat 12/13

6:55 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$183

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Fri 11/21

8:20 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

Ottawa

Sun 11/23

6:55 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$192

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Fri 11/21

11:30 am-12:42 am

1 stop11h 12m

Ottawa

Sun 11/23

5:40 am-3:10 pm

2 stops11h 30m

$226

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Tue 4/14

10:50 am-4:53 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

Ottawa

Wed 4/15

10:00 am-3:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$232

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Wed 11/19

6:40 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop4h 00m

Ottawa

Thu 11/20

5:40 am-6:32 pm

1 stop14h 52m

$234

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Tue 3/24

3:15 pm-12:39 am

1 stop7h 24m

Ottawa

Tue 3/31

5:40 am-1:55 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$245

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Wed 2/18

1:40 pm-12:39 am

1 stop8h 59m

$101

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Mon 12/1

8:20 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$101

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Thu 12/18

6:40 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$101

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Compare providers for flights from Calgary to Ottawa

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 Calgary to Ottawa in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Calgary-Ottawa flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Calgary-Ottawa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Calgary-Ottawa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Calgary-Ottawa flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Calgary-Ottawa 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 Calgary to Ottawa

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Calgary to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Calgary to Ottawa. 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 Calgary to Ottawa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Ottawa (average of $86). Flying from Calgary to Ottawa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $191). 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 YYC to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from Calgary to Ottawa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Calgary to Ottawa in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Calgary to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Calgary to Ottawa flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon 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 Calgary to Ottawa?

Reviews of airlines servicing Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. 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 Ottawa. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines, WestJet, and Air Canada from Calgary to Ottawa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

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
8.0
Very good
384 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

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.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,148 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

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
10,371 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

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 Calgary to Ottawa?

    Ottawa is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Ottawa from Calgary. Booking flights from Calgary (YYC) to Ottawa (YOW) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to Ottawa from 3 different airlines. 4h 00m is how long a flight from Calgary to Ottawa will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Calgary to Ottawa flight route?

    Flights from Calgary to Ottawa have been viewed 48 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Calgary to Ottawa?

    Departing from Calgary to Ottawa will take you 4h 10m. The distance from Calgary to Ottawa is about 1787 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($94), Porter Airlines ($110), and WestJet ($130) offers the cheapest pricing from Calgary to Ottawa. You may be able to fly from Calgary to Ottawa for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for WestJet. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $101. Users have also found prices from $101 and $110 on Air Transat and Air Canada, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Calgary to Ottawa on time: Qantas Airways (93%), KLM (88%), Porter Airlines (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Calgary to Ottawa?

    The cheapest flight price from Calgary to Ottawa is $89. On average you can expect to pay $288. The most popular route, (Calgary - Ottawa), can usually be booked for $178.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Ottawa (average of $86). Flying from Calgary to Ottawa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $191). 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 Calgary to Ottawa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Calgary to Ottawa. 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$94Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$110Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
WestJetCheapest$130Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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