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Cheap flights from New York, NY to Ottawa from C$ 96

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 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — YOW
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Ottawa are usually found in May or June, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 March 2026.

Thu 9/48:45 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop4h 14m
Porter Airlines
Sun 12/49:20 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 34m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 16/3C$ 314
Mon 20/43:45 p.m.
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Mon 27/49:20 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 34m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 15/3C$ 316
Fri 3/43:45 p.m.
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/49:00 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3C$ 318
Fri 10/48:45 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop6h 29m
Porter Airlines
Thu 16/411:00 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop5h 30m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 15/3C$ 320
Wed 22/410:00 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop5h 04m
Porter Airlines
Sun 26/49:20 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 34m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 16/3C$ 327
Thu 16/411:40 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop5h 24m
Porter Airlines
Mon 20/49:40 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop4h 20m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 16/3C$ 331
Tue 26/510:40 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 45m
Porter Airlines
Thu 28/52:20 p.m.
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 35m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 16/3C$ 337
Thu 9/43:45 p.m.
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/49:20 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3C$ 339
Sun 12/41:00 p.m.
LGA
-
YOW
1 stop6h 51m
Air Canada
Mon 13/45:45 a.m.
YOW
-
LGA
1 stop4h 06m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/3C$ 377
Thu 9/41:00 p.m.
LGA
-
YOW
1 stop3h 36m
Air Canada
Sun 12/42:00 p.m.
YOW
-
LGA
1 stop5h 31m
Air Canada
Deal found 16/3C$ 401
Mon 20/49:55 a.m.
LGA
-
YOW
1 stop6h 56m
Porter Airlines
Mon 27/43:05 p.m.
YOW
-
LGA
1 stop4h 20m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 15/3C$ 427
Thu 16/41:00 p.m.
LGA
-
YOW
1 stop3h 36m
Air Canada
Mon 20/412:15 p.m.
YOW
-
LGA
1 stop3h 26m
Air Canada
Deal found 16/3C$ 477

Find flight deals from New York to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 314

One-way from

C$ 96

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 388

Good round-trip deal

C$ 319 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 213 or less
Porter Airlines
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  • 9/4-12/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 48m total
  • New York to Ottawa
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  • 29/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • New York to Ottawa
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 March 2026.
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Price

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NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Wed 29/4

3:45 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Ottawa

Sat 2/5

2:20 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 388

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Tue 7/4

3:45 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Ottawa

Thu 9/4

5:40 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop9h 20m

C$ 392

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Thu 16/4

6:30 a.m.-10:11 a.m.

1 stop3h 41m

Ottawa

Sun 19/4

3:55 p.m.-5:29 p.m.

Nonstop1h 34m

C$ 431

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Thu 14/5

12:30 p.m.-9:44 p.m.

2 stops9h 14m

Ottawa

Sat 16/5

9:35 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop5h 35m

C$ 527

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Thu 16/4

3:45 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Ottawa

Thu 16/4

8:50 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

3 stops18h 10m

C$ 541

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 16/4

1:00 p.m.-4:36 p.m.

1 stop3h 36m

Ottawa

Sun 19/4

3:05 p.m.-7:25 p.m.

1 stop4h 20m

C$ 541

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Tue 28/4

6:10 a.m.-2:22 p.m.

1 stop8h 12m

Ottawa

Tue 5/5

6:05 a.m.-7:49 a.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

C$ 543

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Wed 29/4

9:55 a.m.-6:26 p.m.

1 stop8h 31m

Ottawa

Sat 2/5

8:40 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop8h 15m

C$ 569

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/4

9:55 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 stops10h 05m

Ottawa

Thu 16/4

3:05 p.m.-7:25 p.m.

1 stop4h 20m

C$ 584

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 16/4

8:30 p.m.-12:41 a.m.

1 stop4h 11m

Ottawa

Sun 19/4

7:55 a.m.-7:25 p.m.

2 stops11h 30m

C$ 648

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Ottawa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Ottawa

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Ottawa, you should look to book at least 38 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Ottawa (average of C$ 129). Flying from New York to Ottawa in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 224). 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 NYC to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 March 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Ottawa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 44% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Ottawa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from New York to Ottawa

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 16 March 2026.

The most flights from NYC to YOW are scheduled on a Friday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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

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 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines from New York to Ottawa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
424 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
424 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
424 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 New York?

    Ottawa (YOW) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New York to Ottawa. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ottawa from New York; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Ottawa airport from New York. It is only a 10.6 km journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Ottawa’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Ottawa?

    Airlines like Porter Airlines, Air Canada, and United Airlines fly from New York to Ottawa in about 1h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 51m. The distance between New York and Ottawa is about 528 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 216, Air Canada will fly you from New York to Ottawa and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Porter Airlines for as low as C$ 310. Air Canada is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Ottawa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 116 on Porter Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from C$ 150 and United Airlines from C$ 211 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Ottawa?

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - Ottawa or New York LaGuardia - Ottawa, Newark - Ottawa is the most popular route from New York to Ottawa.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Ottawa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to Ottawa?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Ottawa (average of C$ 129). Flying from New York to Ottawa in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 224). 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 2 airlines flying from New York to Ottawa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New York to Ottawa. 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 16 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 216AverageC$ 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 310AverageC$ 387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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