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Cheap flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa from C$ 166

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YQT — YOW
18 Apr — 25 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Thunder Bay to Ottawa are usually found in October or August, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Thunder Bay to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 March 2026.

Sun 10/511:35 a.m.
YQT
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/56:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YQT
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3C$ 341
Wed 1/76:00 a.m.
YQT
-
YOW
2 stops7h 20m
Porter Airlines
Fri 3/72:20 p.m.
YOW
-
YQT
2 stops7h 25m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 18/3C$ 406
Wed 6/56:00 a.m.
YQT
-
YOW
2 stops10h 53m
Porter Airlines
Thu 21/53:30 p.m.
YOW
-
YQT
1 stop6h 15m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 17/3C$ 426
Sun 10/57:20 p.m.
YQT
-
YOW
2 stops10h 15m
WestJet
Sat 16/512:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YQT
1 stop6h 20m
WestJet
Deal found 15/3C$ 432
Sun 5/411:50 a.m.
YQT
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 15m
Porter Airlines
Sat 11/46:55 p.m.
YOW
-
YQT
Nonstop2h 27m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 15/3C$ 437
Wed 29/411:50 a.m.
YQT
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/56:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YQT
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3C$ 440

Find flight deals from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Thunder Bay (YQT) 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 19 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 341

One-way from

C$ 166

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 469

Good round-trip deal

C$ 361 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 206 or less
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  • 10/5-16/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 40m total
  • Thunder Bay to Ottawa
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  • 5/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Thunder Bay to Ottawa
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Sun 10/5

11:35 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

Ottawa

Sat 16/5

6:25 p.m.-8:55 a.m.

1 stop14h 30m

C$ 341

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Mon 13/4

8:00 a.m.-12:39 p.m.

1 stop4h 39m

Ottawa

Tue 28/4

9:15 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

2 stops12h 15m

C$ 487

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Tue 7/4

11:50 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Ottawa

Wed 8/4

6:55 p.m.-9:22 p.m.

Nonstop2h 27m

C$ 507
Quickest round-trip

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Sun 24/5

11:35 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

Ottawa

Wed 27/5

8:30 a.m.-10:53 a.m.

Nonstop2h 23m

C$ 513

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Sun 24/5

7:20 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

2 stops10h 15m

Ottawa

Wed 27/5

7:20 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

C$ 514

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Mon 27/4

6:20 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 stops13h 40m

Ottawa

Thu 30/4

9:15 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

2 stops12h 15m

C$ 515

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Fri 12/6

5:40 p.m.-9:44 p.m.

1 stop4h 04m

Ottawa

Sun 21/6

12:25 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 20m

C$ 532

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Thu 11/6

11:35 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

Ottawa

Sun 14/6

8:30 a.m.-10:53 a.m.

Nonstop2h 23m

C$ 535
Cheapest one-way

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Wed 29/4

11:50 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

C$ 173

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Fri 8/5

6:00 a.m.-10:59 a.m.

1 stop4h 59m

C$ 174

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Best time to book a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 31 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa (average of C$ 145). Flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 380). 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 YQT to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from Thunder Bay 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 19 March 2026.

When flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 19 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines and Air Transat from Thunder Bay 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
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
521 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
424 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

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 Thunder Bay 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 Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

    If you book a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, you will be flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa. Flights to Ottawa (YOW) from Thunder Bay (YQT) take 2h 10m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa per day from 2 airlines.

  • How popular is this Thunder Bay to Ottawa flight route?

    The Thunder Bay to Ottawa flight path was viewed by 480 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 Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Thunder Bay to Ottawa in 4h 39m. Fly via Porter Airlines to get the fastest option. Thunder Bay and Ottawa are separated by a distance of 1090 km.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Thunder Bay to Ottawa is Porter Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 326 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Air Transat, starting at C$ 417. Porter Airlines is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

    Consider Porter Airlines (65%), Porter Airlines (65%) or Air Transat (65%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 330 for a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 142 while the most popular route, (Thunder Bay - Ottawa) is currently priced at C$ 406.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Thunder Bay 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 Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa (average of C$ 145). Flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 380). 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 Thunder Bay to Ottawa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Thunder Bay 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 19 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 326AverageC$ 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 417AverageC$ 485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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