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Cheap flights from Calgary to Ottawa from C$ 139

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYC — YOW
18 Aug — 25 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Calgary to Ottawa are usually found in November or January, 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 13 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 274

One-way from

C$ 139

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 361

Good round-trip deal

C$ 335 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 199 or less
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 7/11-9/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 20m total
  • Calgary to Ottawa
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 4/9
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Calgary to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 11 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 13 August 2025.

Fri 7/119:50 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop6h 31mWestJet
Sun 9/116:00 a.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 49mWestJet
Deal found 13/8C$ 274
Wed 10/911:30 a.m.YYC - YOW
2 stops10h 52mWestJet
Wed 17/912:20 p.m.YOW - YYC
2 stops9h 45mWestJet
Deal found 12/8C$ 276
Sun 7/97:00 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop7h 19mWestJet
Mon 8/95:55 a.m.YOW - YYC
2 stops9h 45mWestJet
Deal found 11/8C$ 277
Mon 8/97:00 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop7h 19mWestJet
Mon 8/97:15 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 29mWestJet
Deal found 10/8C$ 278
Tue 9/97:00 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop7h 19mWestJet
Tue 16/912:20 p.m.YOW - YYC
2 stops9h 45mWestJet
Deal found 12/8C$ 281
Thu 4/97:00 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop7h 19mWestJet
Sat 6/912:20 p.m.YOW - YYC
1 stop6h 08mWestJet
Deal found 11/8C$ 282
Mon 8/97:00 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop7h 19mWestJet
Mon 15/95:15 p.m.YOW - YYC
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 11/8C$ 284
Wed 24/911:30 a.m.YYC - YOW
2 stops10h 52mWestJet
Fri 26/95:55 a.m.YOW - YYC
2 stops11h 45mWestJet
Deal found 11/8C$ 285
Fri 12/97:00 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop7h 19mWestJet
Thu 18/95:15 p.m.YOW - YYC
1 stop6h 25mWestJet
Deal found 11/8C$ 287
Mon 27/1012:45 a.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop6h 57mAir Canada
Tue 28/105:25 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 11/8C$ 288
Fri 24/1012:25 p.m.YYC - YOW
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/116:45 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8C$ 289

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Calgary to Ottawa that are best for you.

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Ottawa

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Depart

Return

Price

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Fri 7/11

9:50 a.m.-6:21 p.m.

1 stop6h 31m

Ottawa

Mon 10/11

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

Nonstop4h 49m

C$ 274

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Thu 6/11

7:10 a.m.-9:54 p.m.

2 stops12h 44m

Ottawa

Sun 9/11

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

1 stop6h 57m

C$ 274

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Fri 7/11

9:50 a.m.-6:21 p.m.

1 stop6h 31m

Ottawa

Sun 9/11

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

Nonstop4h 49m

C$ 274

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Fri 24/10

7:00 a.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop7h 19m

Ottawa

Mon 3/11

6:45 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

Nonstop4h 40m

C$ 276

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Thu 6/11

7:10 a.m.-7:54 p.m.

2 stops10h 44m

Ottawa

Mon 10/11

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

2 stops10h 40m

C$ 276

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Fri 26/9

10:30 a.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops11h 52m

Ottawa

Mon 29/9

12:20 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

2 stops9h 25m

C$ 276

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Wed 10/9

7:00 a.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop7h 19m

Ottawa

Wed 17/9

12:20 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops11h 20m

C$ 276

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Thu 4/9

7:00 a.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop7h 19m

Ottawa

Wed 10/9

12:20 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 20m

C$ 276

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Sun 7/9

7:00 a.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop7h 19m

Ottawa

Mon 8/9

5:55 a.m.-1:40 p.m.

2 stops9h 45m

C$ 277

CalgaryOttawa

YYC - YOW

YYCYOW

Calgary

Mon 8/9

7:00 a.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop7h 19m

Ottawa

Mon 8/9

7:15 p.m.-9:44 p.m.

Nonstop4h 29m

C$ 278

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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 8 August 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 13 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Calgary to Ottawa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 10 August 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Calgary to Ottawa flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Calgary to Ottawa

Explore weekly flight availability from Calgary to Ottawa. 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 13 August 2025.

The most flights from YYC to YOW are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Calgary to Ottawa?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Calgary to Ottawa chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Toronto (YYZ) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 70% of one-stop itineraries from Calgary to Ottawa on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Calgary to Ottawa?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Calgary to Ottawa, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Toronto (YYZ) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 327.

What’s the fastest layover option from Calgary to Ottawa?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Calgary to Ottawa, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Montreal (YUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 54m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Calgary to Ottawa?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Calgary to Ottawa, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Montreal (YUL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 14m.

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 13 August 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
8.0
Very good
332 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
332 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
332 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Air Transat
7.7
Good
425 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
332 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,013 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
332 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,943 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
332 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Calgary to Ottawa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 8 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 4,715 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Flying on WestJet is currently your cheapest option to Ottawa, with prices starting at C$ 274. Users have found that WestJet is 7% 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 (93%), Porter Airlines (88%), Air Transat (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Calgary to Ottawa?

    The cheapest flight price from Calgary to Ottawa is C$ 149. On average you can expect to pay C$ 493. The most popular route, (Calgary - Ottawa), can usually be booked for C$ 248.

  • 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$ 122AverageC$ 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 154AverageC$ 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 159AverageC$ 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 254AverageC$ 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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