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YOW — YYC
30 Sep — 7 Oct1
Round-trip
1 adult
Economy
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Calgary
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Calgary. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 August 2026.
Sat 26/91:50 p.m. -
2 stops10h 36m
Sun 18/107:05 a.m. -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 29/8C$ 272
Fri 16/102:00 p.m. -
1 stop9h 15m
Fri 30/107:00 a.m. -
1 stop8h 58m
Deal found 30/8C$ 274
Tue 22/92:00 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Sat 3/107:05 a.m. -
1 stop10h 55m
Deal found 29/8C$ 275
Sat 19/910:40 a.m. -
2 stops13h 46m
Wed 23/911:45 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 28/8C$ 277
Tue 6/104:00 p.m. -
1 stop7h 15m
Fri 9/1012:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 58m
Deal found 30/8C$ 278
Tue 27/106:10 a.m. -
Nonstop4h 45m
Sun 1/117:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 01m
Deal found 27/8C$ 279
Fri 30/106:10 a.m. -
Nonstop4h 45m
Sun 1/118:10 a.m. -
Nonstop3h 02m
Deal found 29/8C$ 281
Fri 25/910:00 a.m. -
1 stop7h 41m
Sat 3/107:05 a.m. -
1 stop10h 55m
Deal found 29/8C$ 282
Tue 15/98:15 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Tue 22/911:45 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 27/8C$ 284
Fri 18/98:15 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Sun 27/97:45 a.m. -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 26/8C$ 286
Fri 27/1110:20 a.m. -
2 stops15h 16m
Mon 30/117:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 01m
Deal found 30/8C$ 288
Best flights from Ottawa to Calgary
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Ottawa to Calgary that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 31 August 2026.
Tue 6/104:00 p.m. -
1 stop7h 15m
Wed 14/108:00 a.m. -
2 stops10h 00m
Deal found 30/8C$ 284
Sat 26/91:50 p.m. -
2 stops10h 36m
Fri 13/111:45 p.m. -
1 stop6h 30m
Deal found 29/8C$ 314
Wed 30/92:00 p.m. -
1 stop9h 10m
Sat 17/107:00 a.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 29/8C$ 327
Tue 22/92:00 p.m. -
1 stop9h 10m
Fri 2/107:05 a.m. -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 26/8C$ 338
Thu 17/92:00 p.m. -
1 stop9h 10m
Tue 22/97:05 a.m. -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 26/8C$ 339
Sun 4/102:00 p.m. -
1 stop9h 15m
Fri 9/1012:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 58m
Deal found 30/8C$ 343
Fri 11/98:40 a.m. -
1 stop9h 01m
Wed 16/97:05 a.m. -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 26/8C$ 360
Sat 16/16:55 p.m. -
2 stops19h 25m
Thu 28/18:05 a.m. -
2 stops7h 53m
Deal found 30/8C$ 367
Sun 27/92:00 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Thu 1/107:00 a.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 30/8C$ 375
Sat 12/91:50 p.m. -
2 stops10h 36m
Thu 24/97:00 a.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 28/8C$ 381
Fri 18/97:00 a.m. -
1 stop7h 00m
Sat 26/912:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 58m
Deal found 30/8C$ 386
Mon 28/910:40 a.m. -
2 stops13h 46m
Mon 5/107:05 a.m. -
2 stops10h 42m
Deal found 30/8C$ 386
Direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary
Explore direct flight options from Ottawa to Calgary based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 31 August 2026.
Mon 30/116:10 a.m. -
Nonstop5h 45m
Fri 4/127:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 01m
Deal found 30/8C$ 272
Mon 9/116:10 a.m. -
Nonstop5h 45m
Fri 13/117:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 01m
Deal found 29/8C$ 274
Wed 28/106:55 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 45m
Sat 31/107:10 a.m. -
Nonstop4h 02m
Deal found 29/8C$ 277
Wed 4/116:10 a.m. -
Nonstop5h 45m
Sat 14/117:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 01m
Deal found 30/8C$ 278
Tue 27/106:10 a.m. -
Nonstop4h 45m
Sun 1/117:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 01m
Deal found 27/8C$ 279
Fri 30/106:55 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 45m
Sun 8/117:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 01m
Deal found 30/8C$ 281
Tue 15/98:15 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Tue 22/911:45 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 27/8C$ 284
Fri 11/98:15 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Wed 16/97:00 a.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 26/8C$ 286
Thu 10/98:15 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Thu 17/912:00 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 58m
Deal found 27/8C$ 291
Last-minute flights from Ottawa to Calgary
Discover last-minute flight deals from Ottawa to Calgary. Data last updated 31 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 14/98:15 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Thu 24/97:00 a.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 30/8C$ 281
Tue 15/98:15 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Tue 22/911:45 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 27/8C$ 284
Fri 18/98:15 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Sun 27/97:45 a.m. -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 26/8C$ 286
Fri 18/912:25 p.m. -
1 stop7h 45m
Mon 21/911:45 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 26/8C$ 288
Sat 19/910:40 a.m. -
2 stops13h 46m
Wed 23/911:45 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 28/8C$ 277
Tue 22/92:00 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Sat 3/107:05 a.m. -
1 stop10h 55m
Deal found 29/8C$ 275
Thu 24/98:35 a.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Wed 30/97:45 a.m. -
2 stops14h 40m
Deal found 27/8C$ 278
Fri 25/910:00 a.m. -
1 stop7h 41m
Mon 5/104:40 p.m. -
1 stop5h 45m
Deal found 26/8C$ 279
Fri 25/910:00 a.m. -
1 stop7h 41m
Sat 3/107:05 a.m. -
1 stop10h 55m
Deal found 29/8C$ 282
Sat 26/91:50 p.m. -
2 stops10h 36m
Sun 18/107:05 a.m. -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 29/8C$ 272
Sat 26/91:50 p.m. -
2 stops10h 36m
Fri 13/118:10 a.m. -
Nonstop3h 02m
Deal found 29/8C$ 289
One-way flights from Ottawa to Calgary
Search for one-way flight options from Ottawa to Calgary. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 31 August 2026.
Tue 29/97:20 a.m. -
Nonstop4h 30m
Deal found 29/8C$ 133
Wed 30/91:50 p.m. -
2 stops10h 36m
Deal found 30/8C$ 135
Sun 27/97:00 a.m. -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 27/8C$ 139
Tue 1/126:10 a.m. -
Nonstop5h 45m
Deal found 27/8C$ 143
Tue 8/126:55 p.m. -
Nonstop5h 45m
Deal found 29/8C$ 145
Tue 8/126:10 a.m. -
Nonstop5h 45m
Deal found 27/8C$ 146
Sat 7/116:55 p.m. -
Nonstop5h 45m
Deal found 30/8C$ 147
Tue 1/127:00 a.m. -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 27/8C$ 150
Sun 11/102:15 p.m. -
1 stop10h 18m
Deal found 27/8C$ 153
Sat 26/910:00 a.m. -
2 stops14h 26m
Deal found 26/8C$ 156
Find flight deals from Ottawa to Calgary
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Calgary (YYC). 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 31 August 2026.
Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Calgary 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 31 August 2026.
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YOW Ottawa - YYC Calgary
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Tue 6/10
4:00 p.m.-9:15 p.m.
1 stop7h 15m
Calgary
Wed 14/10
8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
2 stops10h 00m
C$ 284
OttawaCalgary
YOW Ottawa - YYC Calgary
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Sat 26/9
1:50 p.m.-10:26 p.m.
2 stops10h 36m
Calgary
Fri 13/11
1:45 p.m.-9:15 p.m.
1 stop6h 30m
C$ 314
OttawaCalgary
YOW Ottawa - YYC Calgary
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Wed 30/9
2:00 p.m.-9:10 p.m.
1 stop9h 10m
Calgary
Sat 17/10
7:00 a.m.-12:55 p.m.
Nonstop3h 55m
C$ 327
OttawaCalgary
YOW Ottawa - YYC Calgary
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Tue 22/9
2:00 p.m.-9:10 p.m.
1 stop9h 10m
Calgary
Fri 2/10
7:05 a.m.-2:55 p.m.
1 stop5h 50m
C$ 338
OttawaCalgary
YOW Ottawa - YYC Calgary
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Thu 17/9
2:00 p.m.-9:10 p.m.
1 stop9h 10m
Calgary
Tue 22/9
7:05 a.m.-2:55 p.m.
1 stop5h 50m
C$ 339
OttawaCalgary
YOW Ottawa - YYC Calgary
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Sun 4/10
2:00 p.m.-9:15 p.m.
1 stop9h 15m
Calgary
Fri 9/10
12:00 p.m.-5:58 p.m.
Nonstop3h 58m
C$ 343
OttawaCalgary
YOW Ottawa - YYC Calgary
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Fri 11/9
8:40 a.m.-3:41 p.m.
1 stop9h 01m
Calgary
Wed 16/9
7:05 a.m.-2:55 p.m.
1 stop5h 50m
C$ 360
OttawaCalgary
YOW Ottawa - YYC Calgary
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Sat 16/1
6:55 p.m.-1:20 p.m.
2 stops19h 25m
Calgary
Thu 28/1
8:05 a.m.-4:58 p.m.
2 stops7h 53m
C$ 367
Quickest round-trip
OttawaCalgary
YOW Ottawa - YYC Calgary
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Sun 27/9
2:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Nonstop4h 30m
Calgary
Thu 1/10
7:00 a.m.-12:55 p.m.
Nonstop3h 55m
C$ 375
OttawaCalgary
YOW Ottawa - YYC Calgary
YOWYYC
Ottawa
Sat 12/9
1:50 p.m.-10:26 p.m.
2 stops10h 36m
Calgary
Thu 24/9
7:00 a.m.-12:55 p.m.
Nonstop3h 55m
C$ 381
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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Calgary
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Calgary?
The price you pay for your flight from Ottawa to Calgary may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Calgary?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Calgary (average of C$ 364). Flying from Ottawa to Calgary in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 571). 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 YYC?
Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Calgary. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 August 2026.
When flying from Ottawa to Calgary, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to Calgary?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Calgary. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Calgary flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings 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 Calgary?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Ottawa to Calgary flights typically cost between C$ 325 and C$ 538 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 272 on Porter Airlines (26 Sep-18 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Calgary
Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Calgary. 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 31 August 2026.
The most flights from YOW to YYC are scheduled on a Friday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).
How often are flights from Ottawa to Calgary delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between Ottawa and Calgary have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Ottawa to Calgary flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Ottawa to Calgary flights?
Over the past year, WestJet has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Calgary?
Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Ottawa to Calgary chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Toronto (YYZ) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 82% of one-stop itineraries from Ottawa to Calgary on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Calgary?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Ottawa to Calgary, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Winnipeg (YWG) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 401.
What’s the fastest layover option from Ottawa to Calgary?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Calgary, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Edmonton (YEG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 22m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Ottawa to Calgary?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Calgary, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Edmonton (YEG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 22m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Calgary
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Calgary. 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 Calgary. Reviews last updated 31 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet
from Ottawa to Calgary. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
My first flight with an all female flight crew who were the best ever.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Calgary. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
What airports do I use to fly from Ottawa to Calgary?
Calgary is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Calgary from Ottawa. Booking flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Calgary (YYC) should be relatively easy as there are 13 daily flights to Calgary from 4 different airlines. 4h 30m is how long a flight from Ottawa to Calgary will take if you book a nonstop flight.
How popular is this Ottawa to Calgary flight route?
Within the past month, 2,776 users have taken a look at flights from Ottawa to Calgary.
How long is the flight from Ottawa to Calgary?
Porter Airlines can get you from Ottawa to Calgary in just under 7h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Ottawa and Calgary is about 2876 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Calgary round-trip?
Air Canada, at C$ 168, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Calgary.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Transat and Porter Airlines. Air Canada is priced at 61% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to Calgary one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 144 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Porter Airlines from C$ 144 and WestJet from C$ 147 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Ottawa to Calgary?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Ottawa to Calgary consider choosing Delta (93%), Qantas Airways (92%) or KLM (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Calgary?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 129. While the most popular route (Ottawa - Calgary) can be booked for C$ 179 on average, our data indicates C$ 425 when flying from Ottawa to Calgary.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Ottawa to Calgary?
Ottawa to Calgary flights have a layover in Edmonton most often. Winnipeg follows Edmonton in terms of the most common layover location on Ottawa to Calgary flights.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Ottawa to Calgary flights?
Flights departing from Ottawa and landing in Calgary layover in Toronto least frequently.
Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Calgary that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Calgary flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Calgary?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Calgary 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 Calgary?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Calgary (average of C$ 364). Flying from Ottawa to Calgary in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 571). 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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