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Cheap flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa from C$ 143

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 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YQT — YOW
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Thunder Bay to Ottawa are usually found in October or September, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday 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 2 August 2026.

Fri 2/107:20 p.m.
YQT
-
YOW
2 stops10h 15m
WestJet
Mon 5/107:20 a.m.
YOW
-
YQT
2 stops11h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 1/8C$ 360
Sun 11/107:20 p.m.
YQT
-
YOW
2 stops10h 15m
WestJet
Thu 15/107:20 a.m.
YOW
-
YQT
2 stops11h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 1/8C$ 384
Fri 25/97:20 p.m.
YQT
-
YOW
2 stops10h 15m
WestJet
Mon 28/97:20 a.m.
YOW
-
YQT
2 stops11h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 1/8C$ 387
Sun 11/1011:35 a.m.
YQT
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/107:20 a.m.
YOW
-
YQT
2 stops11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8C$ 402
Fri 25/911:35 a.m.
YQT
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/912:25 p.m.
YOW
-
YQT
1 stop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8C$ 410
Fri 2/1011:35 a.m.
YQT
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 10m
Porter Airlines
Fri 2/105:55 p.m.
YOW
-
YQT
1 stop3h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/8C$ 412
Sun 30/811:35 a.m.
YQT
-
YOW
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/94:15 p.m.
YOW
-
YQT
2 stops18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8C$ 415
Sat 12/911:00 a.m.
YQT
-
YOW
2 stops18h 35m
WestJet
Tue 15/97:20 a.m.
YOW
-
YQT
2 stops11h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 2/8C$ 439

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 2 August 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 360

One-way from

C$ 143

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 497

Good round-trip deal

C$ 445 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 218 or less
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  • 2/10-5/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • Thunder Bay to Ottawa
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  • 24/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 10h 15m total
  • Thunder Bay to Ottawa
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Sun 11/10

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

2 stops10h 15m

Ottawa

Thu 15/10

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

1 stop6h 20m

C$ 391

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Sun 11/10

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

Nonstop2h 10m

Ottawa

Thu 15/10

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

1 stop6h 20m

C$ 415

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Thu 13/8

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

Nonstop2h 10m

Ottawa

Fri 21/8

7:00 a.m.-8:55 a.m.

1 stop25h 55m

C$ 446

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Sun 30/8

7:20 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops29h 20m

Ottawa

Sun 6/9

4:15 p.m.-10:25 a.m.

2 stops18h 10m

C$ 450

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Fri 9/10

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

2 stops10h 15m

Ottawa

Sat 17/10

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

1 stop14h 30m

C$ 481

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Sat 29/8

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

2 stops10h 15m

Ottawa

Sun 30/8

12:25 p.m.-10:25 a.m.

1 stop22h 00m

C$ 493

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Sun 30/8

1:20 p.m.-5:54 p.m.

1 stop4h 34m

Ottawa

Sun 6/9

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

Nonstop2h 23m

C$ 531
Quickest round-trip

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Sat 29/8

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

Nonstop2h 10m

Ottawa

Sun 30/8

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

Nonstop2h 23m

C$ 565

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Fri 14/8

6:00 a.m.-12:54 p.m.

1 stop6h 54m

Ottawa

Mon 17/8

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

Nonstop2h 23m

C$ 573
Cheapest one-way

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Thu 24/9

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

2 stops10h 15m

C$ 154

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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?

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 53 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa (average of C$ 405). Flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 552). 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 2 August 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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Thunder Bay to Ottawa flights typically cost between C$ 409 and C$ 608 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 360 on WestJet (2 Oct-5 Oct).

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 2 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andAir Canada 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
449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Air Transat
7.8
Good
569 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,419 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats

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 2 flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa per day from 3 airlines.

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

    The Thunder Bay to Ottawa flight path was viewed by 250 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 10h 15m. Fly via WestJet 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$ 351 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Transat and Air Canada, starting at C$ 426 and C$ 452 round-trip. 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 (89%), Porter Airlines (89%) or Air Transat (89%) 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$ 392 for a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 212 while the most popular route, (Thunder Bay - Ottawa) is currently priced at C$ 444.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa (average of C$ 405). Flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 552). 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 3 airlines flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

Discover the top 3 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 2 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 358AverageC$ 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 426AverageC$ 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 452AverageC$ 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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