Cheap flights from Vancouver to Ottawa
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) 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 8 October 2026.
Popular in | December |
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Cheapest in | November |
Average price | C$ 527 |
Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Ottawa
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver to Ottawa
How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver to Ottawa?
The price you pay for your flight from Vancouver to Ottawa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 48 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 Vancouver to Ottawa?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Ottawa (average of C$ 369). Flying from Vancouver to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 675). 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 YVR to YOW?
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Vancouver to Ottawa in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver to Ottawa?
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to Ottawa flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Vancouver to Ottawa delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between Vancouver and Ottawa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 143 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to Ottawa flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday 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 Vancouver to Ottawa flights?
Over the past year, Air Canada has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% 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 8 October 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet from Vancouver to Ottawa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Top 4 airlines flying from Vancouver to Ottawa
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