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Cheap flights from Montreal to Ottawa from C$ 103

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YMQ — YOW
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

Wed 6/57:25 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop4h 55m
WestJet
Fri 8/56:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 27/1C$ 189
Tue 24/26:45 a.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop17h 54m
WestJet
Tue 3/35:40 a.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop18h 58m
WestJet
Deal found 27/1C$ 261
Fri 13/36:45 a.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop17h 54m
WestJet
Fri 20/35:40 a.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop18h 58m
WestJet
Deal found 27/1C$ 276
Sat 18/46:45 a.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop10h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/45:40 a.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop18h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1C$ 319
Thu 26/26:45 a.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop4h 44m
Porter Airlines
Thu 26/23:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop4h 49m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 28/1C$ 337
Fri 13/36:45 a.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop17h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/35:40 a.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop11h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 394
Mon 25/57:25 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop4h 55m
WestJet
Fri 29/56:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop6h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 28/1C$ 400
Thu 26/211:25 a.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop4h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/35:40 a.m.
YOW
-
YUL
1 stop9h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 433
Wed 6/57:25 p.m.
YUL
-
YOW
1 stop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/58:35 a.m.
YOW
-
YUL
3 stops16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 445

Find flight deals from Montreal to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Montreal (YMQ) 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 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 189

One-way from

C$ 103

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

C$ 1,334

Good round-trip deal

C$ 478 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 319 or less
WestJet
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  • 6/5-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 11h 10m total
  • Montreal to Ottawa
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  • 6/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 55m total
  • Montreal to Ottawa
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Price

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 24/2

6:45 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

1 stop17h 54m

Ottawa

Tue 3/3

5:40 a.m.-12:38 a.m.

1 stop18h 58m

C$ 261

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 26/2

6:45 a.m.-11:29 a.m.

1 stop4h 44m

Ottawa

Thu 26/2

3:25 p.m.-8:14 p.m.

1 stop4h 49m

C$ 337

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 18/4

6:45 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

1 stop17h 54m

Ottawa

Sat 25/4

7:25 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops29h 15m

C$ 368

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 13/3

6:45 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

1 stop17h 54m

Ottawa

Fri 20/3

5:40 a.m.-4:52 p.m.

1 stop11h 12m

C$ 394

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 25/5

7:25 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop4h 55m

Ottawa

Fri 29/5

6:25 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 394

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 6/5

7:25 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop4h 55m

Ottawa

Fri 8/5

7:05 p.m.-5:02 p.m.

2 stops21h 57m

C$ 447

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 8/3

6:25 p.m.-10:29 p.m.

1 stop4h 04m

Ottawa

Sat 14/3

5:40 a.m.-12:38 a.m.

1 stop18h 58m

C$ 468

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 11/2

6:45 a.m.-3:04 p.m.

1 stop8h 19m

Ottawa

Wed 11/2

6:50 p.m.-12:38 a.m.

1 stop5h 48m

C$ 478

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 6/5

7:25 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop4h 55m

C$ 103

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 14/3

6:45 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

1 stop17h 54m

C$ 118

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YMQ to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from Montreal 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 29 January 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Montreal to Ottawa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Montreal to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Montreal to Ottawa

Explore weekly flight availability from Montreal 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 29 January 2026.

The most flights from YMQ to YOW are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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

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

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

Toronto (YYZ) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 60% of one-stop itineraries from Montreal to Ottawa on Cheapflights.

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

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Montreal 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$ 356.

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

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

Flights via Toronto (YTZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 19m.

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

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

Flights via Toronto (YTZ) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 59m.

How often are flights from Montreal to Ottawa delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between Montreal and Ottawa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 93 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday 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.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Montreal to Ottawa flights?

Over the past year, Air Canada Rouge has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

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 29 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Canada from Montreal 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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,667 reviews
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Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Sugith,Jan 2026

YSB - YYZ

Left 2 hours late. Stuck on plane for an hour after boarding before take off.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,667 reviews
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,667 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Sugith,Jan 2026

YSB - YYZ

Left 2 hours late. Stuck on plane for an hour after boarding before take off.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Montreal to Ottawa. 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 into for flights to Ottawa from Montreal?

    Most people fly into Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight to Ottawa from Montreal. On average, Ottawa has 12 inbound flights from Montreal per day from 1 airline. Ottawa is conveniently located just 10.6 km from Ottawa’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Montreal to Ottawa?

    For as low as C$ 337, WestJet can have you in Ottawa from Montreal in 4h 44m. Montreal and Ottawa are separated by a distance of 151 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Montreal to Ottawa is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 532 on this airline. This flight start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Emirates (63%), Air Canada (53%) or Jazz (49%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Montreal to Ottawa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Montreal to Ottawa?

    While on average a flight from Montreal to Ottawa is generally C$ 470, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 248. When looking at the most popular route, (Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Ottawa), you can expect to pay C$ 339 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Montreal 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.

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Top airline flying from Montreal to Ottawa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 532AverageC$ 764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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