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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Halifax from C$ 233

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YHZ
8 Sep — 15 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Halifax Intl are usually found in November or March, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Halifax
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Halifax. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 August 2026.

Tue 1/98:35 a.m. -
1 stop7h 29m
Sun 6/97:00 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 7/8C$ 404
Wed 9/96:20 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 54m
Wed 16/91:30 p.m. -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 6/8C$ 406
Tue 1/98:00 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 39m
Fri 11/97:00 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 7/8C$ 407
Thu 15/1012:15 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 59m
Sun 18/107:15 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 6/8C$ 408
Sat 10/101:50 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 39m
Wed 14/105:25 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 8/8C$ 410
Thu 15/1012:25 p.m. -
1 stop8h 15m
Sun 18/107:00 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 8/8C$ 411
Fri 4/99:05 a.m. -
1 stop6h 02m
Fri 11/97:15 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 7/8C$ 412
Thu 3/91:50 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 39m
Mon 7/97:00 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 7/8C$ 414
Thu 3/95:30 p.m. -
Nonstop2h 00m
Mon 7/96:25 a.m. -
1 stop3h 59m
Deal found 9/8C$ 415
Sat 10/101:50 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 39m
Thu 15/107:00 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 8/8C$ 417
Fri 4/912:25 p.m. -
1 stop8h 15m
Fri 11/98:00 p.m. -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 7/8C$ 418
Thu 3/91:50 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 39m
Sun 6/97:00 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 5/8C$ 419

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Halifax

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Halifax (YHZ). 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 9 August 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 404

One-way from

C$ 233

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 571

Good round-trip deal

C$ 454 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 270 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 1/9-6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 19m total
  • Ottawa to Halifax
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  • Porter Airlines
  • 1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 8h 33m total
  • Ottawa to Halifax
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Halifax 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 9 August 2026.
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Depart

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Price

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OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 14/10

8:40 a.m.-3:37 p.m.

1 stop5h 57m

Halifax Intl

Wed 14/10

6:15 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

2 stops7h 10m

C$ 451

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 11/9

1:50 p.m.-11:33 p.m.

2 stops8h 43m

Halifax Intl

Mon 21/9

6:55 a.m.-3:12 p.m.

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 460

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Tue 8/9

1:50 p.m.-11:33 p.m.

2 stops8h 43m

Halifax Intl

Wed 23/9

6:55 a.m.-3:12 p.m.

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 460

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sun 6/9

8:35 a.m.-11:33 p.m.

2 stops13h 58m

Halifax Intl

Fri 11/9

6:55 a.m.-5:58 p.m.

2 stops12h 03m

C$ 461

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 4/9

2:00 p.m.-11:33 p.m.

2 stops8h 33m

Halifax Intl

Fri 11/9

6:55 a.m.-5:58 p.m.

2 stops12h 03m

C$ 461

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 30/9

8:45 a.m.-11:33 p.m.

2 stops13h 48m

Halifax Intl

Sun 4/10

6:55 a.m.-3:12 p.m.

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 461

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sat 5/9

2:00 p.m.-11:33 p.m.

2 stops8h 33m

Halifax Intl

Thu 10/9

6:55 a.m.-3:12 p.m.

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 461

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Mon 7/9

2:00 p.m.-11:33 p.m.

2 stops8h 33m

Halifax Intl

Mon 14/9

6:55 a.m.-3:12 p.m.

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 461

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sun 6/9

8:45 a.m.-11:33 p.m.

2 stops13h 48m

Halifax Intl

Sat 12/9

6:55 a.m.-5:40 p.m.

2 stops11h 45m

C$ 461

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Mon 14/9

8:35 a.m.-11:33 p.m.

2 stops13h 58m

Halifax Intl

Fri 18/9

6:55 a.m.-5:40 p.m.

2 stops11h 45m

C$ 461

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax

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

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

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa to Halifax. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax (average of C$ 404). Flying from Ottawa to Halifax in August 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 YHZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Halifax. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 August 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Ottawa to Halifax in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 2% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Halifax. Price data was last updated on 1 August 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Halifax flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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 Halifax?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Ottawa to Halifax flights typically cost between C$ 477 and C$ 667 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 404 on Porter Airlines (1 Sep-6 Sep).

Reviews of airlines servicing Halifax

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Halifax. 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 Halifax. Reviews last updated 9 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet from Ottawa to Halifax 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
8.0
Very good
452 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
452 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
572 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
3,426 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
11,455 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
452 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

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

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Ottawa to Halifax?

    Booking a flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Halifax Intl (YHZ) is your only option if you wish to fly from Ottawa to Halifax. On a typical day, there are 9 flights from Ottawa to Halifax Intl, all of which are around 1h 39m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax.

  • How popular is this Ottawa to Halifax flight route?

    Within the past month, 1,272 users have taken a look at flights from Ottawa to Halifax Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Halifax?

    There are many flights that can get you from Ottawa to Halifax in 1h 59m. Fly via Porter Airlines or Air Canada to get the fastest option. The distance from Ottawa to Halifax is about 954 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 168, Air Transat will fly you from Ottawa to Halifax and back. In addition to Air Transat, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from WestJet and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 218 and C$ 234, respectively. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Halifax for 66% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Transat. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 77. Users have also found prices from C$ 187 and C$ 190 on Porter Airlines and Air Canada, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Ottawa to Halifax on time: SWISS (86%), PAL Airlines (74%), Air Canada (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Halifax?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 226. While the most popular route (Ottawa - Halifax Intl) can be booked for C$ 325 on average, our data indicates C$ 440 when flying from Ottawa to Halifax.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax (average of C$ 404). Flying from Ottawa to Halifax in August 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TransatCheapestC$ 168AverageC$ 550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 201AverageC$ 392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 243AverageC$ 485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 328AverageC$ 511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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