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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Alberta from C$ 142

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YYC
28 Apr — 5 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Alberta

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Alberta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Alberta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 March 2026.

Fri 17/47:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 35m
WestJet
Mon 20/412:30 p.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 53m
WestJet
Deal found 24/3C$ 250
Fri 17/47:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 35m
WestJet
Fri 24/412:30 p.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 53m
WestJet
Deal found 25/3C$ 251
Mon 20/47:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 35m
WestJet
Tue 28/46:40 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 25/3C$ 307
Fri 17/47:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 35m
WestJet
Sun 19/411:45 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
2 stops10h 54m
WestJet
Deal found 24/3C$ 322
Mon 20/47:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/47:00 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
1 stop7h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 325
Mon 20/47:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/48:00 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop4h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3C$ 326
Fri 17/47:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/48:00 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop4h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 328
Fri 24/47:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/47:00 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
1 stop7h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 329
Fri 24/47:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 35m
WestJet
Thu 30/49:10 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
1 stop6h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 26/3C$ 336
Sat 23/512:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YYC
1 stop5h 45m
WestJet
Sat 23/511:45 p.m.
YYC
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 27/3C$ 360
Wed 17/66:55 a.m.
YOW
-
YYC
2 stops11h 15m
WestJet
Wed 17/611:45 p.m.
YYC
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 28/3C$ 364
Wed 29/44:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YYC
Nonstop4h 30m
WestJet
Wed 29/49:55 p.m.
YYC
-
YOW
1 stop11h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 24/3C$ 385

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Alberta

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ottawa to Alberta flight deals. Data was last updated 29 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 250

One-way from

C$ 142

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 486

Good round-trip deal

C$ 321 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 175 or less
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 17/4-20/4
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 28m total
  • Ottawa to Alberta
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 17/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Ottawa to Alberta
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Alberta 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Alberta that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Sat 2/5

1:50 p.m.-11:03 p.m.

2 stops11h 13m

Edmonton

Tue 5/5

7:05 a.m.-6:15 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

C$ 418

OttawaFort McMurray

YOW - YMM

YOWYMM

Ottawa

Fri 1/5

12:25 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

2 stops10h 05m

Fort Mcmurray

Thu 7/5

8:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop6h 30m

C$ 445

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Mon 13/4

7:15 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

Nonstop4h 35m

Edmonton

Mon 20/4

7:00 a.m.-4:51 p.m.

1 stop7h 51m

C$ 453
Quickest round-trip

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Sat 6/6

8:35 a.m.-10:55 a.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

Edmonton

Mon 8/6

7:00 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

Nonstop3h 50m

C$ 454

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Sun 16/8

6:15 p.m.-8:40 p.m.

Nonstop4h 25m

Edmonton

Mon 24/8

6:40 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Nonstop3h 50m

C$ 458

OttawaFort McMurray

YOW - YMM

YOWYMM

Ottawa

Sat 2/5

6:15 p.m.-1:25 a.m.

2 stops9h 10m

Fort Mcmurray

Fri 8/5

9:05 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

2 stops13h 25m

C$ 475

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Fri 15/5

8:35 a.m.-9:59 p.m.

2 stops15h 24m

Edmonton

Sun 17/5

7:00 a.m.-7:50 p.m.

2 stops10h 50m

C$ 477

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Fri 5/6

8:40 a.m.-3:59 p.m.

1 stop9h 19m

Edmonton

Sun 7/6

11:50 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 481

OttawaGrande Prairie

YOW - YQU

YOWYQU

Ottawa

Fri 5/6

12:25 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

2 stops9h 05m

Grande Prairie

Sun 7/6

9:05 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop6h 30m

C$ 535

OttawaFort McMurray

YOW - YMM

YOWYMM

Ottawa

Fri 5/6

12:25 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

2 stops8h 05m

Fort Mcmurray

Mon 8/6

5:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop9h 30m

C$ 536

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Alberta

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Alberta from Ottawa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Alberta

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Alberta (average of C$ 139). Flying from Ottawa to Alberta in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 245). 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 AB?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Alberta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 March 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Ottawa to Alberta in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Alberta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alberta. 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 Alberta. Reviews last updated 29 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet from Ottawa to Alberta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
430 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
430 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
528 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
10,856 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Ottawa to Alberta. 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 from for flights from Ottawa to Alberta?

    Ottawa (YOW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Ottawa to Alberta. It is only a 10.6 km journey to Ottawa (YOW) from Ottawa’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Ottawa to Alberta flight route?

    The Ottawa to Alberta flight path was viewed by 6,093 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Alberta?

    Departing from Ottawa to Alberta will take you 4h 20m. There are 2847 km between Ottawa and Alberta. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Ottawa to Alberta are WestJet (C$ 96), Porter Airlines (C$ 104), and Air Transat (C$ 117).

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

    While some choose either Ottawa - Edmonton or Ottawa - Fort Mcmurray, Ottawa - Calgary is the most popular route from Ottawa to Alberta.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Ottawa to Alberta consider choosing Air France (88%), Air Canada (81%) or China Airlines (76%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Alberta?

    While on average a flight from Ottawa to Alberta is generally C$ 415, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 183. When looking at the most popular route, (Ottawa - Calgary), you can expect to pay C$ 411 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Alberta (average of C$ 139). Flying from Ottawa to Alberta in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 245). 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 Ottawa to Alberta

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Alberta. 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 126AverageC$ 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 175AverageC$ 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 184AverageC$ 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 191AverageC$ 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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