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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Detroit from C$ 261

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 — DTT
28 Nov — 5 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 October 2025.

Wed 10/129:25 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1211:19 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop6h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 411
Sun 23/113:55 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop19h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/117:41 p.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop21h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 423
Tue 25/119:30 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop24h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1210:28 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops10h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 469
Thu 11/124:15 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop17h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/126:15 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 478
Sat 29/113:55 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/126:35 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 527

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Detroit (DTT). 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 29 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 411

One-way from

C$ 261

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 1,186
10/12-17/12
  • 10/12-17/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 12h 21m total
  • Ottawa to Detroit
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26/11
  • 26/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 29m total
  • Ottawa to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (C$ 127 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 60 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Ottawa

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Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Wed 10/12

9:25 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 17/12

11:19 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop6h 06m

C$ 411

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 23/11

3:55 p.m.-11:02 a.m.

1 stop19h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/11

7:41 p.m.-5:13 p.m.

1 stop21h 32m

C$ 423

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Tue 25/11

9:30 a.m.-9:58 a.m.

1 stop24h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/12

10:28 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop6h 57m

C$ 472

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Thu 11/12

5:40 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

2 stops26h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/12

6:15 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

1 stop10h 55m

C$ 478

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sat 29/11

3:55 p.m.-12:57 a.m.

1 stop9h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

6:35 a.m.-12:25 a.m.

1 stop17h 50m

C$ 527

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Wed 26/11

4:15 p.m.-9:44 p.m.

1 stop29h 29m

C$ 261

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Mon 5/1

4:20 p.m.-9:11 p.m.

3 stops28h 51m

C$ 265

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Fri 12/12

9:25 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 267

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Deals found on 28/10

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit (average of C$ 309). Flying from Ottawa to Detroit in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 626). 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 DTT?

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

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 42% on flights from Ottawa to Detroit by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Detroit?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Ottawa to Detroit chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Toronto (YYZ) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 72% of one-stop itineraries from Ottawa to Detroit on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Detroit?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Ottawa to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Toronto (YTZ) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 427.

What’s the fastest layover option from Ottawa to Detroit?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Detroit, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Toronto (YYZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Ottawa to Detroit?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 42m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated 29 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and Air Canada from Ottawa to Detroit have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,372 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Ottawa to Detroit round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Ottawa to Detroit is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 524 on this airline. Users have found that Air Canada is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit (average of C$ 309). Flying from Ottawa to Detroit in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 626). 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 airline flying from Ottawa to Detroit

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Ottawa to Detroit. 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 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 524AverageC$ 727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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