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$100+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Ottawa (YOW)

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NYC — YOW
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Ottawa are usually found in May or November, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$202
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$100
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$297

Good round-trip deal

$252 or less

Good one-way deal

$132 or less
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Cheapest flights from New York to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/26:50 amEWR - YOW
1 stop6h 09mPorter Airlines
Tue 9/24:05 pmYOW - EWR
Nonstop1h 35mPorter Airlines
Deal found 7/29$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/2710:55 amEWR - YOW
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/313:55 pmYOW - EWR
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$243
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:15 amLGA - YOW
1 stop4h 06mPorter Airlines
Sat 8/3011:20 amYOW - LGA
1 stop5h 10mPorter Airlines
Deal found 7/26$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/48:45 amLGA - YOW
1 stop5h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/72:20 pmYOW - LGA
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$282
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:35 amJFK - YOW
1 stop4h 29mAir Canada
Fri 10/35:15 amYOW - JFK
1 stop4h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$293
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/287:05 amLGA - YOW
1 stop3h 19mAir Canada
Wed 9/32:40 pmYOW - LGA
1 stop3h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$300
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/266:35 amJFK - YOW
1 stop4h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/37:00 amYOW - JFK
2 stops14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$453
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 10/145:30 pmJFK - YOW
1 stop21h 26mWestJet
Sun 10/196:00 amYOW - JFK
1 stop10h 32mWestJet
Deal found 7/29$507

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Ottawa that are best for you.

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New York

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Ottawa

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Depart

Return

Price

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Thu 8/28

8:55 am-12:58 pm

1 stop4h 03m

Ottawa

Thu 8/28

4:05 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$202

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Mon 8/25

6:50 am-10:28 am

1 stop3h 38m

Ottawa

Mon 8/25

5:55 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$267

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 8/28

6:15 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 06m

Ottawa

Sat 8/30

11:20 am-4:30 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$277

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/4

8:45 am-1:51 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Ottawa

Sun 9/7

2:20 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$282

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/7

7:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop3h 20m

Ottawa

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop3h 32m

$284

New YorkOttawa

JFK - YOW

JFKYOW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/26

6:35 am-11:04 am

1 stop4h 29m

Ottawa

Fri 10/3

5:15 am-9:47 am

1 stop4h 32m

$293

New YorkOttawa

JFK - YOW

JFKYOW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/4

10:45 am-12:22 am

1 stop13h 37m

Ottawa

Sun 9/7

5:55 am-9:45 pm

2 stops15h 50m

$440

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Wed 8/20

1:15 pm-2:56 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$100

New YorkOttawa

JFK - YOW

JFKYOW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/27

9:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$118

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/7

7:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop3h 20m

$118

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Ottawa

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Ottawa

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 30 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York 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 New York to Ottawa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Ottawa (average of $294). Flying from New York to Ottawa in September is currently the most expensive (average of $428). 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 NYC to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 July 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Ottawa in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Ottawa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from New York to Ottawa

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Ottawa. 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 29, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to YOW are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York 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 July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines, Air Transat, and United Airlines from New York to Ottawa 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
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Air Transat
7.7
Good
424 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,972 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,826 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Ottawa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ottawa from New York?

    Most people fly into Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight to Ottawa from New York. On average, Ottawa has 8 inbound flights from New York per day from 4 airlines. Ottawa is conveniently located just 6.6 mi from Ottawa’s city center.

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

    Flying on Porter Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Ottawa, with prices starting at $202. Another option worth looking into is Air Canada, starting at $284 round trip. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $100 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Porter Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and Air Transat, with prices starting from $118 and $132, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Ottawa?

    The most popular flight routes from New York to Ottawa are Newark - Ottawa, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Ottawa and New York LaGuardia - Ottawa.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Ottawa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to Ottawa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Ottawa (average of $294). Flying from New York to Ottawa in September is currently the most expensive (average of $428). 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 New York to Ottawa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapest$127Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
Air CanadaCheapest$135Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$149Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air TransatCheapest$213Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%

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