Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa from C$ 190

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 19/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — YOW
4 Aug — 11 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa are usually found in January or November, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 30 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 382

One-way from

C$ 190

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 567
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 27/8-3/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 7h 34m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Ottawa
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 19/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 29m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Ottawa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (C$ 20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 July 2025.

Wed 27/84:10 p.m.IAD - YOW
1 stop3h 28mPorter Airlines
Wed 3/911:00 a.m.YOW - IAD
1 stop4h 06mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 382
Fri 5/912:55 p.m.DCA - YOW
Nonstop1h 31mAir Canada
Fri 12/910:25 a.m.YOW - DCA
Nonstop1h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 29/7C$ 419
Sun 21/94:20 p.m.IAD - YOW
1 stop3h 39mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/95:55 a.m.YOW - IAD
1 stop9h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7C$ 440
Sat 27/910:20 a.m.IAD - YOW
1 stop4h 44mAir Canada
Tue 30/92:40 p.m.YOW - IAD
1 stop6h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 29/7C$ 443
Fri 5/96:45 p.m.IAD - YOW
1 stop20h 11mWestJet
Fri 12/96:00 a.m.YOW - IAD
1 stop11h 50mWestJet
Deal found 28/7C$ 462
Sat 13/94:35 p.m.DCA - YOW
2 stops7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/910:25 a.m.YOW - DCA
Nonstop1h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7C$ 513
Wed 20/87:25 a.m.DCA - YOW
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 20/85:25 p.m.YOW - DCA
1 stop5h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/7C$ 555
Wed 27/85:45 a.m.BWI - YOW
2 stops18h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/97:00 a.m.YOW - BWI
2 stops23h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7C$ 560

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Washington, D.C.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 27/8

4:10 p.m.-7:38 p.m.

1 stop3h 28m

Ottawa

Wed 3/9

11:00 a.m.-3:06 p.m.

1 stop4h 06m

C$ 382

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

DCA - YOW

DCAYOW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/9

12:55 p.m.-2:26 p.m.

Nonstop1h 31m

Ottawa

Fri 12/9

10:25 a.m.-12:08 p.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 419

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 21/9

4:20 p.m.-7:59 p.m.

1 stop3h 39m

Ottawa

Fri 26/9

5:55 a.m.-3:06 p.m.

1 stop9h 11m

C$ 440

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 27/9

10:20 a.m.-3:04 p.m.

1 stop4h 44m

Ottawa

Tue 30/9

2:40 p.m.-9:05 p.m.

1 stop6h 25m

C$ 443

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

6:45 p.m.-2:56 p.m.

1 stop20h 11m

Ottawa

Fri 12/9

6:00 a.m.-5:50 p.m.

1 stop11h 50m

C$ 462

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

DCA - YOW

DCAYOW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 13/9

4:35 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops7h 47m

Ottawa

Sun 14/9

10:25 a.m.-12:08 p.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 513

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

DCA - YOW

DCAYOW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 20/8

7:25 a.m.-2:04 p.m.

1 stop6h 39m

Ottawa

Wed 20/8

5:25 p.m.-10:43 p.m.

1 stop5h 18m

C$ 555

BaltimoreOttawa

BWI - YOW

BWIYOW

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 27/8

5:45 a.m.-12:21 a.m.

2 stops18h 36m

Ottawa

Wed 3/9

7:00 a.m.-6:54 a.m.

2 stops23h 54m

C$ 560

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

DCA - YOW

DCAYOW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 19/10

12:55 p.m.-2:26 p.m.

Nonstop1h 31m

C$ 190

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 19/10

9:35 a.m.-1:51 p.m.

1 stop4h 16m

C$ 190

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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 WAS to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 30 July 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 57% versus a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 30 July 2025.

The most flights from WAS to YOW are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 30 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. 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.

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
8.0
Very good

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ottawa from Washington, D.C.?

    Ottawa (YOW), located 10.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa. 2 airlines have flights to Ottawa from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa is Porter Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 382 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and WestJet, starting at C$ 419 and C$ 462 round-trip. Porter Airlines is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 190 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Porter Airlines from C$ 201 and United Airlines from C$ 226 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 224AverageC$ 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 391AverageC$ 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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