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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Edmonton from C$ 196

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 30/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YEG
28 Aug — 4 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Edmonton are usually found in January or October, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Friday

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

Mon 17/86:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/97:05 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 353
Fri 4/91:20 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
2 stops12h 20m
WestJet
Thu 10/96:10 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
2 stops9h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 27/7C$ 354
Tue 25/86:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 25m
WestJet
Sun 6/96:40 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 26/7C$ 356
Wed 9/92:00 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
1 stop7h 57m
Porter Airlines
Thu 10/97:05 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
2 stops10h 55m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 26/7C$ 357
Mon 31/86:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 25m
WestJet
Sat 5/96:40 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 25/7C$ 358
Tue 18/86:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/87:05 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7C$ 360
Fri 21/82:00 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
1 stop7h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/86:40 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7C$ 361
Fri 21/88:45 a.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/86:40 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 363
Thu 20/88:40 a.m.
YOW
-
YEG
1 stop9h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/86:40 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7C$ 364
Thu 20/88:40 a.m.
YOW
-
YEG
1 stop9h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/86:40 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7C$ 365
Fri 21/82:00 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
1 stop7h 57m
Porter Airlines
Mon 24/811:50 p.m.
YEG
-
YOW
1 stop6h 15m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 24/7C$ 367
Thu 20/86:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YEG
Nonstop4h 25m
WestJet
Fri 4/96:40 a.m.
YEG
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 24/7C$ 368

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Edmonton

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Edmonton (YEG). 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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 353

One-way from

C$ 196

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 509
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 17/8-22/9
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 15m total
  • Ottawa to Edmonton
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 30/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 19m total
  • Ottawa to Edmonton
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Edmonton 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 July 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Fri 28/8

12:25 p.m.-11:40 p.m.

1 stop13h 15m

Edmonton

Mon 31/8

6:25 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

C$ 356

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Wed 9/9

2:00 p.m.-7:57 p.m.

1 stop7h 57m

Edmonton

Thu 10/9

7:05 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 stops10h 55m

C$ 357
Quickest round-trip

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Thu 20/8

7:00 a.m.-11:24 a.m.

1 stop6h 24m

Edmonton

Tue 25/8

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

Nonstop3h 50m

C$ 372

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Thu 20/8

7:00 a.m.-11:24 a.m.

1 stop6h 24m

Edmonton

Tue 25/8

7:00 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop5h 55m

C$ 377

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Thu 10/9

4:00 p.m.-11:09 p.m.

2 stops9h 09m

Edmonton

Wed 16/9

7:05 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 stops10h 55m

C$ 415

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Tue 8/9

6:55 a.m.-3:25 p.m.

2 stops10h 30m

Edmonton

Tue 15/9

3:30 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

2 stops12h 05m

C$ 426

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Fri 21/8

2:00 p.m.-7:57 p.m.

1 stop7h 57m

Edmonton

Mon 31/8

7:00 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop5h 55m

C$ 433

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Fri 6/11

5:45 p.m.-1:47 a.m.

1 stop9h 02m

Edmonton

Fri 13/11

4:15 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

1 stop5h 30m

C$ 467

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Sat 22/8

7:00 a.m.-11:24 a.m.

1 stop6h 24m

Edmonton

Fri 4/9

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

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 474

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Sat 22/8

7:00 a.m.-11:24 a.m.

1 stop6h 24m

Edmonton

Wed 2/9

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

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 474

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Ottawa to Edmonton may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 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 Edmonton?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton (average of C$ 241). Flying from Ottawa to Edmonton in December 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 YEG?

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

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Ottawa to Edmonton by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Edmonton?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Ottawa to Edmonton flights typically cost between C$ 384 and C$ 711 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 353 on Multiple Airlines (17 Aug-22 Sep).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edmonton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edmonton. 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 Edmonton. Reviews last updated 29 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to Edmonton, such as Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Air Transat
7.8
Good
568 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,415 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,404 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Edmonton. 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 Edmonton?

    Edmonton is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Edmonton from Ottawa. Booking flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Edmonton (YEG) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to Edmonton from 4 different airlines. 4h 20m is how long a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Ottawa to Edmonton flight route?

    The Ottawa to Edmonton flight path was viewed by 1,190 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 Edmonton?

    Airlines like WestJet and Porter Airlines fly from Ottawa to Edmonton in about 7h 57m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 18m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2847 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on WestJet is currently your cheapest option to Edmonton, with prices starting at C$ 197. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Porter Airlines and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 220 and C$ 234, respectively. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton for 51% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 98 on WestJet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Porter Airlines from C$ 106 and Air Transat from C$ 119 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton consider choosing Air France (83%), WestJet (83%) or Porter Airlines (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Ottawa to Edmonton? While on average our users pay C$ 763, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 193. The most popular route (Ottawa - Edmonton), is priced around C$ 205.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton (average of C$ 241). Flying from Ottawa to Edmonton in December 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 197AverageC$ 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 220AverageC$ 486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 234AverageC$ 572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 298AverageC$ 561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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