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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa from C$ 211

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — YOW
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa are usually found in October or September, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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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 16 June 2026.

Thu 17/93:50 p.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop4h 14m
Porter Airlines
Mon 21/910:40 a.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop4h 30m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 437
Fri 18/93:50 p.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop4h 14m
Porter Airlines
Mon 21/910:40 a.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop4h 30m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 439
Wed 18/1111:20 a.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop6h 54m
Porter Airlines
Mon 30/1110:20 a.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop6h 54m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 14/6C$ 449
Sat 21/1111:20 a.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop6h 09m
Porter Airlines
Tue 24/1110:20 a.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop6h 54m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 14/6C$ 454
Tue 7/73:55 p.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop4h 09m
Porter Airlines
Thu 9/710:40 a.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop4h 31m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 12/6C$ 463
Thu 23/73:55 p.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop4h 09m
Porter Airlines
Sat 1/810:40 a.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop4h 30m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 14/6C$ 464
Thu 9/712:40 p.m.
DCA
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 31m
Air Canada
Mon 13/710:25 a.m.
YOW
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/6C$ 467
Thu 9/75:15 p.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop4h 37m
Air Canada
Mon 13/712:15 p.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop4h 23m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/6C$ 467
Tue 28/73:55 p.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop4h 09m
Porter Airlines
Thu 30/710:40 a.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop4h 31m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 12/6C$ 468
Sun 19/73:55 p.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop4h 09m
Porter Airlines
Sat 25/710:40 a.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop4h 31m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 13/6C$ 470
Mon 29/64:00 p.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop4h 04m
Porter Airlines
Thu 2/710:40 a.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop4h 31m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 15/6C$ 471
Sun 5/73:55 p.m.
IAD
-
YOW
1 stop4h 09m
Porter Airlines
Thu 23/710:40 a.m.
YOW
-
IAD
1 stop4h 31m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 12/6C$ 472

Find 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 16 June 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 437

One-way from

C$ 211

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 706

Good round-trip deal

C$ 423 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 277 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 17/9-21/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 8h 44m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Ottawa
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  • Porter Airlines
  • 17/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 14m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Ottawa
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 June 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

DCA - YOW

DCAYOW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 18/9

12:40 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Ottawa

Tue 22/9

10:25 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 526

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 17/9

8:15 a.m.-9:56 a.m.

Nonstop1h 41m

Ottawa

Mon 21/9

7:34 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

C$ 526

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 18/9

10:10 p.m.-11:54 p.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

Ottawa

Tue 22/9

6:00 a.m.-7:43 a.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 526

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 17/9

3:40 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

1 stop5h 55m

Ottawa

Sun 20/9

6:00 a.m.-7:43 a.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 539

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 21/7

12:35 p.m.-2:17 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

Ottawa

Tue 28/7

6:00 a.m.-7:44 a.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

C$ 551

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/7

5:06 p.m.-6:48 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

Ottawa

Thu 16/7

6:00 a.m.-7:44 a.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

C$ 551

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/7

8:18 a.m.-10:03 a.m.

Nonstop1h 45m

Ottawa

Thu 16/7

10:00 a.m.-11:43 a.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 551

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 30/7

8:18 a.m.-10:03 a.m.

Nonstop1h 45m

Ottawa

Mon 3/8

7:30 p.m.-9:13 p.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 551

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 30/6

12:35 p.m.-2:17 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

Ottawa

Thu 2/7

7:30 p.m.-9:13 p.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 551

Washington, D.C.Ottawa

IAD - YOW

IADYOW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 19/7

10:10 p.m.-11:54 p.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

Ottawa

Fri 24/7

2:52 p.m.-4:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 551

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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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa (average of C$ 196). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 472). 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 16 June 2026.

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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 79% versus a flight in the evening.

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 16 June 2026.

The most flights from WAS to YOW are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa is 32 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.

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 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter 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.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
438 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Justin,May 2026

YYZ - MCO

Staff very nice. Seats were uncomfortable. Complimentary snacks leave much to be desired.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
438 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
438 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Justin,May 2026

YYZ - MCO

Staff very nice. Seats were uncomfortable. Complimentary snacks leave much to be desired.

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. 0 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 9 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

    For as low as C$ 526, Air Canada can have you in Ottawa from Washington, D.C. in 1h 30m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa is about 727 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Ottawa. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Ottawa or Baltimore/Washington - Ottawa.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

    Consider Republic Airways (87%), Air Canada (87%) or Avianca (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 536 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 277 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Ottawa) is currently priced at C$ 471.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa (average of C$ 196). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 472). 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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