How long is the flight from USA to Ottawa?

Airlines like Porter Airlines, Air Canada, and WestJet fly from USA to Ottawa in about 5h 09m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 328 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 Air Canada. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $88. Users have also found prices from $109 and $124 on Porter Airlines and WestJet, respectively.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Ottawa (average of $294). Flying from USA 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.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ottawa ranges from 2.0 - 3.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Ottawa when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ottawa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 F).

What are the most popular routes from USA to Ottawa?

Most travelers choose Newark - Ottawa, Boston Logan Intl - Ottawa or New York LaGuardia - Ottawa when deciding on the best route from USA to Ottawa.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from USA to Ottawa?

The most popular airlines flying from USA to Ottawa are Air Canada, Porter Airlines and United Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

How far in advance should I book a flight from USA to Ottawa?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 31 days in advance to save up to 65% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 31 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from USA to Ottawa 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $208, or $452 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Ottawa from USA. Users have commonly found prices around $284 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $133. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from US to YOW?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Ottawa as you normally would.

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.

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.

$88+ Flights from the United States to Ottawa

Round-trip from	$215 (Mytrip)
One-way from	$88 (Air Canada)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$310
Good round-trip deal	$265 or less
Good one-way deal	$105 or less

Porter Airlines

PorterReserve includes early boarding and front-of-cabin seating with extra legroom (36 inches).

PorterClassic offers free snacks and drinks, plus no middle seats for a comfortable journey.

Read more about Porter Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler

Air Canada

Economy Latitude includes priority check-in and two checked bags, ideal for added convenience.

Preferred Seats offer up to four inches extra space; free for Aeroplan Elite or Economy Latitude.

Read more about Air Canadaby Jessica Macdonald

United Airlines

Basic Economy allows no carry-on bags unless flying to Canada; check restrictions carefully.

Prepay checked bags 24 hours before to save on fees; premium cabins may skip fees.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas

WestJet

EconoFlex includes one free checked bag and free seat selection, ideal for flexible travel.

Pay for checked bags in advance online to save; fees increase within 24 hours of departure.

Air Transat

Club Class offers priority check-in and boarding, plus extra baggage allowance for comfort.

Option Plus adds extra baggage and priority boarding to Economy Class for less than Club Class.

Read more about Air Transatby Miquel Ros

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Air Canada	Cheapest$95	Average$490	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%
United Airlines	Cheapest$116	Average$521	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
WestJet	Cheapest$120	Average$339	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time60%
Porter Airlines	Cheapest$130	Average$330	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time52%
Air Transat	Cheapest$255	Average$351	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time50%

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