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Cheap flights from Ottawa to New York, NY from C$ 168

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 — NYC
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to New York are usually found in September or October, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 August 2026.

Mon 14/95:55 p.m. -
1 stop4h 05m
Mon 21/98:00 a.m. -
1 stop3h 27m
Deal found 31/7C$ 263
Sat 19/92:10 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 35m
Tue 22/92:35 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 31/7C$ 264
Tue 1/99:05 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 35m
Tue 8/92:35 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 2/8C$ 265
Mon 14/92:10 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 35m
Tue 22/92:35 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 1/8C$ 270
Thu 3/1210:35 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 13/1212:50 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 3/8C$ 271
Thu 27/82:10 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 35m
Tue 1/910:40 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 1/8C$ 272
Wed 16/92:10 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 35m
Wed 23/92:35 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 2/8C$ 274
Thu 3/1212:15 p.m. -
1 stop5h 40m
Sun 6/129:40 a.m. -
1 stop3h 34m
Deal found 31/7C$ 278
Wed 26/82:10 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 35m
Thu 3/92:35 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 1/8C$ 281
Thu 27/82:00 p.m. -
1 stop5h 32m
Mon 31/810:00 a.m. -
1 stop6h 32m
Deal found 31/7C$ 344
Fri 23/101:05 p.m. -
1 stop6h 20m
Tue 27/106:35 p.m. -
1 stop6h 08m
Deal found 2/8C$ 345
Fri 6/111:00 p.m. -
1 stop6h 55m
Mon 16/116:35 p.m. -
1 stop6h 08m
Deal found 31/7C$ 347

Find flight deals from Ottawa to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to New York (NYC). 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 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 263

One-way from

C$ 168

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 420

Good round-trip deal

C$ 425 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 331 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 14/9-21/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 7h 32m total
  • Ottawa to New York
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 14/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 05m total
  • Ottawa to New York
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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 New York 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 4 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to New York that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaNew York

YOW - LGA

YOWLGA

Ottawa

Wed 26/8

12:15 p.m.-3:47 p.m.

1 stop3h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 31/8

7:55 a.m.-1:17 p.m.

1 stop5h 22m

C$ 382

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Fri 9/10

6:00 a.m.-9:57 a.m.

1 stop3h 57m

Newark

Mon 12/10

6:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

1 stop5h 30m

C$ 397

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Tue 22/9

3:10 p.m.-4:49 p.m.

Nonstop1h 39m

Newark

Tue 22/9

8:47 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 48m

C$ 399

OttawaNew York

YOW - LGA

YOWLGA

Ottawa

Sat 5/9

8:40 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop8h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/9

9:55 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop5h 00m

C$ 401

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Wed 16/9

8:00 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops8h 55m

Newark

Wed 23/9

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

2 stops12h 00m

C$ 410

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Mon 14/9

8:00 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops8h 55m

Newark

Tue 22/9

6:25 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

2 stops6h 55m

C$ 411

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Sat 22/8

6:05 a.m.-7:37 a.m.

Nonstop1h 32m

Newark

Sat 29/8

6:00 a.m.-9:39 a.m.

1 stop3h 39m

C$ 425

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Wed 23/9

5:57 p.m.-7:36 p.m.

Nonstop1h 39m

Newark

Sun 27/9

9:30 p.m.-9:56 a.m.

1 stop12h 26m

C$ 430

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Sat 29/8

3:10 p.m.-4:49 p.m.

Nonstop1h 39m

Newark

Mon 31/8

7:30 a.m.-9:11 a.m.

Nonstop1h 41m

C$ 431

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Fri 2/10

6:05 a.m.-7:37 a.m.

Nonstop1h 32m

Newark

Fri 2/10

8:47 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 48m

C$ 431

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to New York

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to New York (average of C$ 401). Flying from Ottawa to New York in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 491). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 August 2026.

When flying from Ottawa to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to New York. 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 4 August 2026.

The most flights from YOW to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Ottawa to New York flights typically cost between C$ 354 and C$ 560 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 263 on Porter Airlines (14 Sep-21 Sep).

How often are flights from Ottawa to New York delayed?

About 50% of weekly flights between Ottawa and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 40 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Ottawa to New York flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to New York, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 4 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to New York, such as Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
450 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

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
450 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
450 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

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
450 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,061 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
450 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

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
11,428 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
450 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

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 New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to New York from Ottawa, you will be flying from Ottawa, which is the city’s only airport. Ottawa (YOW) is located 10.6 km from the centre of Ottawa. There are 9 flights from Ottawa to New York per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to New York?

    Airlines like Air Canada, United Airlines, and Porter Airlines fly from Ottawa to New York in about 1h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 36m. Airlines will cover a distance of 528 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Ottawa to New York round-trip from C$ 234. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from C$ 247, and Air Canada, from C$ 322. Users have found that Porter Airlines is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Ottawa to New York?

    While some choose either Ottawa - New York LaGuardia or Ottawa - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Ottawa - Newark is the most popular route from Ottawa to New York.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to New York?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to New York 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 New York?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to New York (average of C$ 401). Flying from Ottawa to New York in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 491). 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 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to New York

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to New York. 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 4 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 234AverageC$ 406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 247AverageC$ 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 322AverageC$ 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 348AverageC$ 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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