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Cheap flights from Calgary to Ottawa from C$ 137

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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYC — YOW
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Calgary to Ottawa are usually found in January or November, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Calgary to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Calgary (YYC) to Ottawa (YOW). 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 239

One-way from

C$ 137

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 337

Good round-trip deal

C$ 337 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 302 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 19/10-27/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 52m total
  • Calgary to Ottawa
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 5/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 19m total
  • Calgary to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (C$ 100 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Calgary to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Calgary to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Thu 16/1010:30 a.m.YYC - YOW
2 stops11h 52mWestJet
Wed 22/105:55 a.m.YOW - YYC
1 stop6h 26mWestJet
Deal found 15/9C$ 239
Wed 15/107:00 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop7h 19mWestJet
Thu 23/107:15 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 29mWestJet
Deal found 15/9C$ 242
Fri 31/107:10 a.m.YYC - YOW
2 stops15h 31mPorter Airlines
Fri 7/116:55 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 40mPorter Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 243
Fri 24/1011:55 p.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop6h 10mPorter Airlines
Wed 29/106:45 a.m.YOW - YYC
1 stop6h 57mPorter Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 249
Mon 20/1011:55 p.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop6h 10mPorter Airlines
Mon 27/106:45 a.m.YOW - YYC
1 stop6h 57mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/9C$ 254
Thu 16/1010:30 a.m.YYC - YOW
2 stops11h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/106:50 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 256
Mon 6/107:00 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop7h 19mWestJet
Thu 16/105:55 a.m.YOW - YYC
1 stop7h 26mWestJet
Deal found 15/9C$ 260
Wed 15/107:00 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop7h 19mWestJet
Thu 16/105:55 a.m.YOW - YYC
1 stop7h 26mWestJet
Deal found 16/9C$ 262

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Calgary to Ottawa 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 16 September 2025.
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Calgary

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Ottawa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Wed 29/10

7:10 a.m.-8:34 p.m.

2 stops11h 24m

Ottawa

Sat 1/11

6:55 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

Nonstop4h 40m

C$ 269

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Tue 28/10

7:10 a.m.-8:34 p.m.

2 stops11h 24m

Ottawa

Mon 3/11

12:10 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

2 stops10h 40m

C$ 269

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Sat 29/11

7:00 a.m.-4:51 p.m.

1 stop7h 51m

Ottawa

Mon 15/12

5:40 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops10h 20m

C$ 272

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Fri 24/10

1:00 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops9h 22m

Ottawa

Wed 29/10

6:45 a.m.-11:42 a.m.

1 stop6h 57m

C$ 274

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Sat 8/11

6:40 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

Ottawa

Mon 10/11

6:00 a.m.-8:49 a.m.

Nonstop4h 49m

C$ 275

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Sun 26/10

12:15 a.m.-12:42 a.m.

1 stop22h 27m

Ottawa

Sat 1/11

6:55 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

Nonstop4h 40m

C$ 275

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Wed 8/10

12:50 a.m.-6:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 55m

Ottawa

Thu 16/10

5:55 a.m.-10:21 a.m.

1 stop6h 26m

C$ 278

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Sun 5/10

12:20 a.m.-12:22 a.m.

1 stop22h 02m

Ottawa

Thu 16/10

5:55 a.m.-11:21 a.m.

1 stop7h 26m

C$ 278

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Thu 30/10

9:35 p.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops25h 07m

Ottawa

Sun 2/11

5:40 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop6h 40m

C$ 282

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Wed 29/10

7:10 a.m.-8:34 p.m.

2 stops11h 24m

Ottawa

Mon 3/11

1:20 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

2 stops9h 30m

C$ 286

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Best time to book a flight from Calgary to Ottawa

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Calgary to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Calgary to Ottawa is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from Calgary to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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 YYC to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from Calgary to Ottawa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Calgary to Ottawa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Calgary to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on 14 September 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Calgary to Ottawa flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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 Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. 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 Ottawa. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet from Calgary to Ottawa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
438 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,093 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.

Related info for your journey

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

    Booking a flight from Calgary (YYC) to Ottawa (YOW) is your only option if you wish to fly from Calgary to Ottawa. On a typical day, there are 10 flights from Calgary to Ottawa, all of which are around 3h 55m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Calgary to Ottawa.

  • How popular is this Calgary to Ottawa flight route?

    This flight path from Calgary to Ottawa was viewed by 4,910 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 Calgary to Ottawa?

    For as low as C$ 269, Porter Airlines can have you in Ottawa from Calgary in 11h 24m. The distance from Calgary to Ottawa is about 2876 km.

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

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to Ottawa, with prices starting at C$ 124. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Porter Airlines and WestJet, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 156 and C$ 170, respectively. Users have found that Air Canada is 59% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    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 Calgary to Ottawa on time: Qantas Airways (92%), Porter Airlines (87%), Air Transat (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Calgary to Ottawa?

    The cheapest flight price from Calgary to Ottawa is C$ 138. On average you can expect to pay C$ 697. The most popular route, (Calgary - Ottawa), can usually be booked for C$ 207.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Calgary to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from Calgary to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 124AverageC$ 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 156AverageC$ 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 170AverageC$ 313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 264AverageC$ 572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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