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$140+ Cheap flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Tampa (TPA)

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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — TPA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Tampa are usually found in January or April, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Tampa (TPA). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$230
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$140
(Air Canada)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$347
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/102:40 pmYOW - TPA
1 stop5h 12mAir Canada
Mon 7/1412:10 pmTPA - YOW
1 stop5h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$230
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Wed 11/54:20 pmYOW - TPA
Nonstop3h 35mPorter Airlines
Wed 12/1711:10 amTPA - YOW
Nonstop3h 10mPorter Airlines
Deal found 6/9$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/277:29 pmYOW - TPA
1 stop15h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/297:54 amTPA - YOW
1 stop13h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$245
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/144:20 pmYOW - TPA
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/2211:05 amTPA - YOW
1 stop7h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$265
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/55:55 amYOW - TPA
2 stops14h 59mDelta
Wed 12/179:50 amTPA - YOW
2 stops14h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/9$384
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/304:20 pmYOW - TPA
Nonstop3h 35mAir Transat
Sun 12/711:10 amTPA - YOW
Nonstop3h 10mAir Transat
Deal found 6/10$388
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 11/153:55 pmYOW - TPA
2 stops31h 04mWestJet
Fri 12/196:50 pmTPA - YOW
2 stops34h 43mWestJet
Deal found 6/12$534

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Tampa 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Tampa that are best for you.

Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaTampa

YOW - TPA

YOWTPA

Ottawa

Thu 7/10

2:40 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Tampa

Mon 7/14

12:10 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$230

OttawaTampa

YOW - TPA

YOWTPA

Ottawa

Wed 11/5

4:20 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Tampa

Wed 12/17

11:10 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$243

OttawaTampa

YOW - TPA

YOWTPA

Ottawa

Sat 9/27

7:29 pm-11:18 am

1 stop15h 49m

Tampa

Tue 9/30

12:31 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$245

OttawaTampa

YOW - TPA

YOWTPA

Ottawa

Fri 11/14

4:20 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Tampa

Sat 11/22

11:05 am-6:22 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$265

OttawaTampa

YOW - TPA

YOWTPA

Ottawa

Wed 11/5

5:55 am-8:54 pm

2 stops14h 59m

Tampa

Wed 12/17

9:50 am-12:10 am

2 stops14h 20m

$384

OttawaTampa

YOW - TPA

YOWTPA

Ottawa

Sun 11/30

4:20 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Tampa

Sun 12/7

11:10 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$388

OttawaTampa

YOW - TPA

YOWTPA

Ottawa

Sat 11/15

3:55 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops31h 04m

Tampa

Fri 12/19

6:50 pm-5:33 am

2 stops34h 43m

$534

OttawaTampa

YOW - TPA

YOWTPA

Ottawa

Tue 7/22

2:25 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$140

OttawaTampa

YOW - TPA

YOWTPA

Ottawa

Wed 11/5

4:20 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$141

OttawaTampa

YOW - TPA

YOWTPA

Ottawa

Fri 10/31

7:20 pm-10:06 am

2 stops14h 46m

$150

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Tampa

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Tampa. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Ottawa to Tampa is 68 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Ottawa to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Ottawa to Tampa at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Tampa by month

Plan your trip to Tampa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Tampa by month

Plan your trip to Tampa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
288 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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
288 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
288 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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!!!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
288 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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
396 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
288 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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!!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
288 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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
2,868 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
288 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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 Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Ottawa to Tampa flight route?

    This flight path from Ottawa to Tampa was viewed by 11 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to Tampa, with prices starting at $230. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Porter Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $243 and $245, respectively. Air Canada is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Ottawa to Tampa are Air Canada ($140), Air Transat ($141), and Porter Airlines ($150).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Ottawa to Tampa consider choosing Air Canada (100%), Air Canada Rouge (100%) or Porter Airlines (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Ottawa to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 Tampa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Tampa. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$143Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$173Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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