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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Banff, AB from C$ 148

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 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YYC
29 Eki — 5 Kas1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Banff are usually found in January or November, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Banff

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ottawa to Banff flight deals. Data was last updated 29 Eylül 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 265

One-way from

C$ 148

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 350
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 31/10-3/11
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 50m total
  • Ottawa to Banff
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26/11
  • 26/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 00m total
  • Ottawa to Banff
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High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Banff
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Banff. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 Eylül 2025.

Pzt 17/116:00 a.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 49mWestJet
Paz 23/1110:50 a.m.YYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 03mWestJet
Deal found 29/9C$ 263
Cum 31/106:55 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 40mPorter Airlines
Pzt 3/118:20 a.m.YYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 10mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/9C$ 265
Cum 21/115:45 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 41mMultiple Airlines
Pzt 24/118:20 a.m.YYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/9C$ 266
Per 30/106:40 p.m.YOW - YYC
1 stop6h 42mPorter Airlines
Pzt 3/114:30 p.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop6h 09mPorter Airlines
Deal found 27/9C$ 268
Cmt 29/116:00 a.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Paz 30/118:20 a.m.YYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/9C$ 269
Çar 29/106:55 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Cum 31/106:40 p.m.YYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/9C$ 272
Cum 28/116:55 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Per 4/1210:50 a.m.YYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/9C$ 273
Cum 28/116:55 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Paz 30/1110:50 a.m.YYC - YOW
Nonstop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/9C$ 275
Çar 5/116:55 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 35mPorter Airlines
Pzt 10/114:30 p.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop6h 09mPorter Airlines
Deal found 28/9C$ 276
Cum 5/126:55 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 40mPorter Airlines
Pzt 15/124:30 p.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop6h 11mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/9C$ 277

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

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Ottawa

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Banff

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Pzt 8/12

5:45 p.m.-8:26 p.m.

Nonstop4h 41m

Calgary

Cmt 13/12

4:30 p.m.-12:41 a.m.

1 stop6h 11m

C$ 279

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Cum 31/10

10:00 a.m.-3:32 p.m.

1 stop7h 32m

Calgary

Cum 14/11

7:00 a.m.-4:49 p.m.

1 stop7h 49m

C$ 287

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Cum 7/11

10:00 a.m.-3:32 p.m.

1 stop7h 32m

Calgary

Pzt 10/11

4:30 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

1 stop6h 09m

C$ 293

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Sal 28/10

6:55 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

Nonstop4h 40m

Calgary

Pzt 10/11

4:30 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

1 stop6h 09m

C$ 293

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Pzt 20/10

5:15 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

1 stop6h 25m

Calgary

Pzt 27/10

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

1 stop7h 51m

C$ 294

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Pzt 8/12

6:45 a.m.-11:42 a.m.

1 stop6h 57m

Calgary

Sal 9/12

4:30 p.m.-12:41 a.m.

1 stop6h 11m

C$ 294

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Cum 17/10

5:15 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

1 stop6h 25m

Calgary

Pzt 20/10

6:45 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

Nonstop3h 55m

C$ 308

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Per 19/2

5:40 a.m.-10:17 a.m.

1 stop6h 37m

Calgary

Cum 27/2

1:40 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

1 stop8h 59m

C$ 312

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Pzt 8/12

12:10 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

2 stops10h 45m

Calgary

Cmt 13/12

8:20 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

C$ 322

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Per 5/2

6:00 a.m.-8:41 a.m.

Nonstop4h 41m

Calgary

Pzt 9/2

8:20 a.m.-2:27 p.m.

Nonstop4h 07m

C$ 325

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Banff

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Banff. Price data was last updated on 26 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Banff, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Banff (average of C$ 138). Flying from Ottawa to Banff in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 263). 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 B4N?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Banff. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 Eylül 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Banff. Price data was last updated on 21 September 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Banff

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Banff. 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 29 Eylül 2025.

The most flights from YOW to B4N are scheduled on a Sunday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Banff

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Banff. 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 Banff. Reviews last updated 29 Eylül 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet from Ottawa to Banff 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
7.9
Good
370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
370 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
446 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,110 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
370 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Banff?

    Ottawa (YOW), located 10.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Ottawa to Banff. 4 airlines have flights from Ottawa to Banff on a regular basis. Booking flights from Ottawa to Banff should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Banff per day.

  • How popular is this Ottawa to Banff flight route?

    The Ottawa to Banff flight path was viewed by 9,157 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 Banff?

    There are many flights that can get you from Ottawa to Banff in 7h 32m. Fly via Porter Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Ottawa to Banff is about 2876 km.

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

    Consider Air France (100%), KLM (84%) or WestJet (79%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Ottawa to Banff.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Banff?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 845 for a flight from Ottawa to Banff. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 147 while the most popular route, (Ottawa - Calgary) is currently priced at C$ 259.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Banff (average of C$ 138). Flying from Ottawa to Banff in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 263). 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 Banff

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 107AverageC$ 307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 134AverageC$ 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 154AverageC$ 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 180AverageC$ 337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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