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$83+ Cheap flights from the United States to Ottawa (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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — YOW
Apr 25 — May 21
Sat 4/25
Sat 5/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from USA to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2026.

This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2610:55 am
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Sun 4/263:35 pm
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop4h 10m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/22$235
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/37:35 pm
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop15h 54m
Porter Airlines
Sat 4/43:55 pm
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 34m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/23$260
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.
Sat 4/1110:55 am
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/135:40 am
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/21$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/83:45 pm
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/135:40 am
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/83:45 pm
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Tue 4/1411:00 am
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop4h 00m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/25$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/133:45 pm
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Fri 4/173:55 pm
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 34m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/23$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/103:45 pm
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Fri 4/179:20 am
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 34m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/24$275
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Wed 7/1511:15 am
BOS
-
YOW
1 stop22h 09m
Porter Airlines
Thu 7/162:30 pm
YOW
-
BOS
Nonstop1h 30m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/25$282
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/203:45 pm
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/276:55 am
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/163:45 pm
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Sat 4/188:40 am
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop5h 20m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/25$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 4/213:45 pm
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Tue 4/283:55 pm
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 34m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/24$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/173:45 pm
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Mon 4/203:55 pm
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 34m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 3/25$293

Find flight deals from USA to Ottawa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Ottawa flight deals. Data was last updated March 26, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$235
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$83
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$283

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 March 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Ottawa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BostonOttawa

BOS - YOW

BOSYOW

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 5/1

7:10 am-10:59 am

1 stop3h 49m

Ottawa

Mon 5/4

3:30 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$314

BostonOttawa

BOS - YOW

BOSYOW

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 4/30

10:20 am-5:04 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Ottawa

Mon 5/4

2:30 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$324

BostonOttawa

BOS - YOW

BOSYOW

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 6/3

10:55 am-4:38 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Ottawa

Sat 6/6

6:05 am-9:53 am

1 stop3h 48m

$333

BostonOttawa

BOS - YOW

BOSYOW

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 5/29

10:05 am-2:55 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Ottawa

Sun 5/31

2:30 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$336

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Sun 4/26

7:40 am-5:07 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Ottawa

Sun 4/26

7:30 pm-9:59 am

1 stop14h 29m

$356

Los AngelesOttawa

LAX - YOW

LAXYOW

Los Angeles

Fri 5/29

4:30 pm-9:15 am

1 stop13h 45m

Ottawa

Sun 6/7

5:05 am-1:34 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$358

San DiegoOttawa

SAN - YOW

SANYOW

San Diego

Thu 4/9

6:20 am-5:07 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Ottawa

Sat 4/11

6:10 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$364
Quickest round-trip

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Wed 6/3

3:55 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Ottawa

Sat 6/6

2:20 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$364

San DiegoOttawa

SAN - YOW

SANYOW

San Diego

Mon 5/4

9:45 pm-10:03 am

1 stop9h 18m

Ottawa

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-3:39 pm

2 stops12h 39m

$369

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Tue 5/5

3:08 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Ottawa

Tue 5/12

6:05 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$374

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Ottawa

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Ottawa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Ottawa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Ottawa (average of $78). Flying from USA to Ottawa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $145). 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 US to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 March 26, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from USA to Ottawa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from USA to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2026.

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

How often are flights from the United States to Ottawa delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between United States and Ottawa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 149 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Ottawa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Ottawa flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Ottawa flights

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Porter Airlines

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Expert on Air Canada

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Harriet Baskas

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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 March 26, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andUnited Airlines from the United States to Ottawa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

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
428 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

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 Transat
7.7
Good
525 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,488 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

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.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,303 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

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
10,842 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
428 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

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 USA 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 United States?

    Most people fly into Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight to Ottawa from United States. Ottawa is conveniently located just 6.6 mi from Ottawa’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Ottawa?

    Airlines like Porter Airlines, United Airlines, and Air Canada fly from USA to Ottawa in about 3h 49m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 309 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Porter Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $57. Users have also found prices from $68 and $79 on Air Canada and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Ottawa?

    Most travelers choose Newark - Ottawa, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Ottawa or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Ottawa when deciding on the best route from USA to Ottawa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Ottawa (average of $78). Flying from USA to Ottawa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $145). 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 5 airlines flying from USA to Ottawa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 March 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapest$92Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
United AirlinesCheapest$111Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
WestJetCheapest$113Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$117Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air TransatCheapest$144Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%

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