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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Nova Scotia from C$ 181

YOW — YHZ
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Nova Scotia

Thu 3/1212:50 p.m. -
1 stop5h 05m
Sun 6/126:20 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 22m
Deal found 4/11C$ 352
Fri 27/118:40 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 55m
Sun 29/116:20 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 19m
Deal found 6/11C$ 362
Thu 26/115:20 p.m. -
Nonstop2h 00m
Tue 1/129:30 a.m. -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 5/11C$ 367
Thu 26/1112:50 p.m. -
1 stop5h 04m
Wed 2/127:50 p.m. -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 4/11C$ 374
Thu 26/115:20 p.m. -
Nonstop2h 00m
Sat 28/113:15 p.m. -
Nonstop2h 19m
Deal found 5/11C$ 376
Tue 29/125:10 a.m. -
1 stop5h 10m
Tue 5/15:45 a.m. -
1 stop5h 02m
Deal found 6/11C$ 1,257
Wed 2/125:10 a.m. -
1 stop5h 20m
Wed 9/125:55 a.m. -
1 stop6h 42m
Deal found 4/11C$ 1,267
Thu 19/115:40 p.m. -
1 stop5h 35m
Thu 3/1212:10 p.m. -
1 stop7h 35m
Deal found 8/11C$ 1,393
Mon 21/125:40 p.m. -
1 stop5h 46m
Mon 4/15:45 a.m. -
1 stop5h 02m
Deal found 7/11C$ 1,449
Thu 5/112:00 p.m. -
2 stops9h 15m
Wed 9/125:55 a.m. -
1 stop4h 52m
Deal found 4/11C$ 1,855
Sun 8/115:40 p.m. -
1 stop5h 46m
Sun 15/116:00 a.m. -
1 stop4h 47m
Deal found 7/11C$ 2,037

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Nova Scotia

Round-trip from

C$ 352

One-way from

C$ 181

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 496

Good round-trip deal

C$ 536 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 304 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 3/12-6/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 27m total
  • Ottawa to Nova Scotia
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 6/12-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 54m total
  • Ottawa to Nova Scotia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (C$ 66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sun 29/11

8:40 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

Halifax Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 195

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 9/12

12:50 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

1 stop5h 05m

Halifax Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 201

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Mon 11/1

5:45 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

1 stop5h 12m

Halifax Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 203

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sat 12/12

7:00 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop4h 10m

Halifax Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 212

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 16/12

8:50 a.m.-11:58 a.m.

Nonstop2h 08m

Halifax Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 222

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sat 9/1

12:40 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops8h 15m

Halifax Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 222

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sun 10/1

8:50 p.m.-11:52 p.m.

Nonstop2h 02m

Halifax Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 223

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 2/12

8:40 a.m.-11:34 a.m.

Nonstop1h 54m

Halifax Intl

Fri 4/12

6:25 a.m.-7:45 a.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

C$ 408

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 27/11

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

Nonstop2h 00m

Halifax Intl

Sun 29/11

6:30 a.m.-1:12 p.m.

2 stops7h 42m

C$ 408

OttawaHalifax

YOW Ottawa - YHZ Halifax Intl

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Tue 1/12

8:40 a.m.-11:34 a.m.

Nonstop1h 54m

Halifax Intl

Fri 4/12

6:25 a.m.-7:45 a.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

C$ 408

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Nova Scotia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nova Scotia from Ottawa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Nova Scotia

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nova Scotia (average of C$ 462). Flying from Ottawa to Nova Scotia in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 581). 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 NS?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Ottawa to Nova Scotia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 3% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Nova Scotia

The most flights from YOW to CANS are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Ottawa to Nova Scotia flights typically cost between C$ 444 and C$ 616 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 352 on Porter Airlines (3 Dec-6 Dec).

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

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa to Nova Scotia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to Nova Scotia?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Nova Scotia flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nova Scotia

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet from Ottawa to Nova Scotia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
468 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
468 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
468 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
585 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
468 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,437 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
468 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,874 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
468 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Ottawa to Nova Scotia, you will be flying from Ottawa. Ottawa (YOW) is just 10.6 km from the centre of the city.

  • How popular is this Ottawa to Nova Scotia flight route?

    This flight path from Ottawa to Nova Scotia was viewed by 933 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 Nova Scotia?

    Departing from Ottawa to Nova Scotia will take you 1h 54m. The distance from Ottawa to Nova Scotia is about 954 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Transat, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 78. Porter Airlines flights start at C$ 191 while deals on Air Canada start at C$ 196 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Ottawa to Nova Scotia?

    Most travellers choose Ottawa - Halifax Intl, Ottawa - Moncton Intl or Ottawa - Charlottetown Alexander B. Campbell when deciding on the best route from Ottawa to Nova Scotia.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Ottawa to Nova Scotia?

    Consider Air Transat (84%), Porter Airlines (80%) or PAL Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Ottawa to Nova Scotia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Nova Scotia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 239. While the most popular route (Ottawa - Halifax Intl) can be booked for C$ 357 on average, our data indicates C$ 498 when flying from Ottawa to Nova Scotia.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Nova Scotia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Nova Scotia 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 Nova Scotia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nova Scotia (average of C$ 462). Flying from Ottawa to Nova Scotia in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 581). 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 Nova Scotia

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TransatCheapestC$ 173AverageC$ 561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 204AverageC$ 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 254AverageC$ 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 359AverageC$ 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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