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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Nova Scotia from C$ 224

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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YHZ
28 Aug — 4 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

Thu 10/96:55 a.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop6h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/97:00 a.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7C$ 408
Thu 3/912:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop8h 15m
WestJet
Sun 6/98:15 p.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop5h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 26/7C$ 411
Tue 1/98:00 a.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 39m
Porter Airlines
Sat 5/95:25 p.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 24/7C$ 412
Thu 17/912:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 59m
Air Canada
Wed 23/95:40 p.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 29/7C$ 413
Wed 2/912:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/95:25 p.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 416
Thu 3/96:55 a.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Tue 8/91:30 p.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop5h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 26/7C$ 418
Sun 20/912:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 59m
Air Canada
Sun 27/95:30 p.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop5h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 26/7C$ 419
Sat 5/97:20 a.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
2 stops13h 20m
WestJet
Fri 11/91:30 p.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop5h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 27/7C$ 420
Thu 3/98:50 p.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 54m
Porter Airlines
Thu 10/911:30 a.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 09m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 422
Wed 2/99:05 a.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
1 stop6h 02m
Air Canada
Sun 20/96:25 a.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
1 stop4h 53m
Air Canada
Deal found 26/7C$ 423
Fri 11/96:20 p.m.
YOW
-
YHZ
Nonstop1h 54m
Porter Airlines
Mon 14/97:00 a.m.
YHZ
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 26/7C$ 425
Wed 9/91:50 p.m.
YOW
-
YQM
Nonstop1h 43m
Porter Airlines
Thu 10/911:55 a.m.
YQM
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 55m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 436

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Nova Scotia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ottawa to Nova Scotia flight deals. Data was last updated 29 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 408

One-way from

C$ 224

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 577

Good round-trip deal

C$ 457 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 248 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 10/9-13/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 05m total
  • Ottawa to Nova Scotia
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 1/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 43m 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$ 12 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 Nova Scotia 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.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Nova Scotia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Tue 1/9

11:15 a.m.-4:07 p.m.

1 stop3h 52m

Halifax Intl

Sun 6/9

7:15 a.m.-8:28 a.m.

Nonstop2h 13m

C$ 419

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sun 20/9

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

2 stops13h 48m

Halifax Intl

Sun 27/9

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

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 439
Quickest round-trip

OttawaMoncton

YOW - YQM

YOWYQM

Ottawa

Thu 3/9

4:00 p.m.-6:38 p.m.

Nonstop1h 38m

Moncton Intl

Sun 6/9

7:10 a.m.-8:09 a.m.

Nonstop1h 59m

C$ 450

OttawaMoncton

YOW - YQM

YOWYQM

Ottawa

Fri 21/8

4:00 p.m.-6:38 p.m.

Nonstop1h 38m

Moncton Intl

Sun 23/8

7:10 a.m.-8:09 a.m.

Nonstop1h 59m

C$ 450

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Fri 11/9

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

2 stops8h 43m

Halifax Intl

Mon 14/9

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

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 453

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Tue 15/9

8:55 a.m.-6:28 p.m.

2 stops8h 33m

Halifax Intl

Mon 21/9

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

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 453

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Sat 26/9

6:20 p.m.-9:14 p.m.

Nonstop1h 54m

Halifax Intl

Tue 29/9

1:40 p.m.-2:49 p.m.

Nonstop2h 09m

C$ 453

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Tue 1/9

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

2 stops8h 33m

Halifax Intl

Sat 5/9

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

2 stops12h 03m

C$ 454

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Tue 1/9

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

2 stops8h 33m

Halifax Intl

Sun 6/9

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

2 stops11h 45m

C$ 454

OttawaHalifax

YOW - YHZ

YOWYHZ

Ottawa

Wed 2/9

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

2 stops8h 33m

Halifax Intl

Mon 7/9

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

2 stops12h 03m

C$ 454

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nova Scotia (average of C$ 411). Flying from Ottawa to Nova Scotia in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 587). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Nova Scotia. 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Ottawa to Nova Scotia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 2% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Nova Scotia

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Nova Scotia. 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 29 July 2026.

The most flights from YOW to CANS are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, 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 Nova Scotia?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Ottawa to Nova Scotia flights typically cost between C$ 498 and C$ 680 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 408 on Multiple Airlines (10 Sep-13 Sep).

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

Booking 86 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Nova Scotia. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2026.

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. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nova Scotia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nova Scotia. 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 Nova Scotia. Reviews last updated 29 July 2026.
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
449 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

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
11,407 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

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 Nova Scotia. 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 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 1,356 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 3h 52m. The distance from Ottawa to Nova Scotia is about 954 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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$ 190 while deals on Air Canada start at C$ 193 one-way.

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

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

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

    Consider SWISS (78%), Porter Airlines (77%) or Air Transat (77%) 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$ 224. While the most popular route (Ottawa - Halifax Intl) can be booked for C$ 313 on average, our data indicates C$ 431 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nova Scotia (average of C$ 411). Flying from Ottawa to Nova Scotia in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 587). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Nova Scotia. 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 29 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TransatCheapestC$ 171AverageC$ 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 221AverageC$ 392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 238AverageC$ 686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 332AverageC$ 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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