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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Montreal from C$ 174

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 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YMQ
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Montreal
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Montreal. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 March 2026.

Thu 14/56:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop6h 00m
WestJet
Thu 21/57:20 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop5h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 29/3C$ 385
Wed 13/56:55 a.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop17h 30m
WestJet
Wed 20/57:20 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop5h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 29/3C$ 417
Tue 5/58:50 p.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop12h 04m
Porter Airlines
Wed 6/511:00 a.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop3h 55m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 29/3C$ 438
Mon 27/46:55 a.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop17h 45m
WestJet
Mon 4/57:20 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop5h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 30/3C$ 440
Thu 25/66:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop6h 00m
WestJet
Sat 4/77:20 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop5h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 30/3C$ 457
Wed 20/56:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop6h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/54:40 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
Nonstop0h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3C$ 471
Sun 10/56:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop6h 00m
WestJet
Sun 17/57:20 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop5h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 26/3C$ 477
Mon 27/46:55 a.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop11h 25m
WestJet
Wed 29/47:20 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop5h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 29/3C$ 486
Fri 24/45:40 a.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop18h 58m
WestJet
Fri 1/57:20 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop5h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 25/3C$ 500

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Montreal (YMQ). 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 30 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 385

One-way from

C$ 194

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 1,110

Good round-trip deal

C$ 751 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 436 or less
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  • 14/5-21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 11h 00m total
  • Ottawa to Montreal
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  • 12/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 00m total
  • Ottawa to Montreal
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaMontreal

YOW - YUL

YOWYUL

Ottawa

Fri 24/4

5:40 a.m.-12:38 a.m.

1 stop18h 58m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 1/5

7:20 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop5h 00m

C$ 506

OttawaMontreal

YOW - YUL

YOWYUL

Ottawa

Sat 29/8

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

1 stop6h 00m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 7/9

7:20 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop5h 00m

C$ 585
Quickest round-trip

OttawaMontreal

YOW - YUL

YOWYUL

Ottawa

Thu 14/5

9:30 p.m.-10:16 p.m.

Nonstop0h 46m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 21/5

9:20 p.m.-10:11 p.m.

Nonstop0h 51m

C$ 590

OttawaMontreal

YOW - YUL

YOWYUL

Ottawa

Wed 13/5

9:30 p.m.-10:16 p.m.

Nonstop0h 46m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 20/5

9:20 p.m.-10:11 p.m.

Nonstop0h 51m

C$ 590

OttawaMontreal

YOW - YUL

YOWYUL

Ottawa

Mon 27/4

1:20 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

1 stop4h 25m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 29/4

11:45 a.m.-3:04 p.m.

1 stop3h 19m

C$ 622

OttawaMontreal

YOW - YUL

YOWYUL

Ottawa

Wed 13/5

4:00 p.m.-7:20 p.m.

1 stop3h 20m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 20/5

6:30 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

2 stops6h 50m

C$ 633

OttawaMontreal

YOW - YUL

YOWYUL

Ottawa

Wed 20/5

5:55 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

1 stop4h 15m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 22/5

6:30 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

2 stops6h 50m

C$ 668

OttawaMontreal

YOW - YUL

YOWYUL

Ottawa

Fri 24/4

5:40 a.m.-12:38 a.m.

1 stop18h 58m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 1/5

10:40 a.m.-11:31 a.m.

Nonstop0h 51m

C$ 671

OttawaMontreal

YOW - YUL

YOWYUL

Ottawa

Sat 2/5

7:30 p.m.-8:19 p.m.

Nonstop0h 49m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 3/5

10:40 a.m.-11:31 a.m.

Nonstop0h 51m

C$ 724

OttawaMontreal

YOW - YUL

YOWYUL

Ottawa

Thu 24/9

4:00 p.m.-7:20 p.m.

1 stop3h 20m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 29/9

2:05 p.m.-6:15 p.m.

1 stop4h 10m

C$ 731

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Montreal

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Montreal (average of C$ 360). Flying from Ottawa to Montreal in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,585). 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 YMQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Montreal. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 March 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Ottawa to Montreal in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 4% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Montreal. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Montreal 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.

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Montreal

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Montreal. 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 30 March 2026.

The most flights from YOW to YMQ are scheduled on a Sunday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Montreal

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Montreal. 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 Montreal. Reviews last updated 30 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Canada from Ottawa to Montreal by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,861 reviews
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Comfort

7.1

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.1

Food

6.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - YUL

The crew were very efficient and friendly. The free pretzels and drinks were great for such a short flight. The seats lacked sufficient padding and made me sore after just a few minutes.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,861 reviews
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,861 reviews
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Comfort

7.1

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.1

Food

6.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - YUL

The crew were very efficient and friendly. The free pretzels and drinks were great for such a short flight. The seats lacked sufficient padding and made me sore after just a few minutes.

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

    Ottawa (YOW), located 10.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Ottawa to Montreal. 1 airline have flights from Ottawa to Montreal on a regular basis. Booking flights from Ottawa to Montreal should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 9 outbound flights to Montreal per day.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Montreal?

    For as low as C$ 590, WestJet can have you in Montreal from Ottawa in 46m. Airlines will cover a distance of 151 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 595, Air Canada will fly you from Ottawa to Montreal and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    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 Montreal on time: Emirates (71%), Lufthansa (66%), SWISS (57%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Montreal?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 248. While the most popular route (Ottawa - Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl) can be booked for C$ 575 on average, our data indicates C$ 2,171 when flying from Ottawa to Montreal.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Montreal (average of C$ 360). Flying from Ottawa to Montreal in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,585). 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 Montreal

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 595AverageC$ 1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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