How long is the flight from Ottawa to Philadelphia?

Airlines like WestJet and Porter Airlines fly from Ottawa to Philadelphia in about 6h 26m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 09m. The distance between Ottawa and Philadelphia is about 607 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Philadelphia round-trip?

Currently priced at C$ 416, United Airlines will fly you from Ottawa to Philadelphia and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Air Canada for as low as C$ 426. United Airlines is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 69.0 - 112.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 69.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to PHL?

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

Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

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Round-trip from	C$ 560
One-way from	C$ 244
Popular in	September
Cheapest in	December
Average price	C$ 1,253

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49h 12m total
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Mon 5/10

7:15 a.m.-7:16 a.m.

2 stops24h 01m

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Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 264

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Sun 4/10

7:00 a.m.-7:16 a.m.

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12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

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C$ 321

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Sat 19/9

7:00 a.m.-4:39 p.m.

1 stop9h 39m

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Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

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C$ 342

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YOW Ottawa - PHL Philadelphia

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Tue 27/10

7:05 a.m.-12:07 a.m.

3 stops17h 02m

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12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 400

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YOW Ottawa - PHL Philadelphia

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Sat 3/10

7:00 a.m.-4:47 a.m.

3 stops45h 47m

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Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 440

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YOW Ottawa - PHL Philadelphia

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Ottawa

Tue 20/10

8:00 a.m.-7:45 p.m.

2 stops11h 45m

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12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 505

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YOW Ottawa - PHL Philadelphia

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Ottawa

Tue 20/10

6:00 a.m.-9:29 p.m.

3 stops15h 29m

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Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 523

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YOW Ottawa - PHL Philadelphia

YOWPHL

Ottawa

Sat 26/9

7:00 a.m.-12:09 a.m.

1 stop17h 09m

Philadelphia

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 526

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YOW Ottawa - PHL Philadelphia

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Sat 19/9

7:00 a.m.-4:39 p.m.

1 stop9h 39m

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5:45 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops23h 50m

C$ 647

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YOW Ottawa - PHL Philadelphia

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Fri 25/9

7:00 a.m.-9:57 p.m.

1 stop14h 57m

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Sun 27/9

7:50 a.m.-3:07 p.m.

1 stop31h 17m

C$ 700

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Philadelphia (average of C$ 426). Flying from Ottawa to Philadelphia in September is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,253). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and Air Canada from Ottawa to Philadelphia 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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7.4

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6.0

Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

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7.4

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

Air Canada

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United Airlines

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10,173 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

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How long is the flight from Ottawa to Philadelphia?
Airlines like WestJet and Porter Airlines fly from Ottawa to Philadelphia in about 6h 26m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 09m. The distance between Ottawa and Philadelphia is about 607 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Philadelphia round-trip?
Currently priced at C$ 416, United Airlines will fly you from Ottawa to Philadelphia and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Air Canada for as low as C$ 426. United Airlines is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Philadelphia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Philadelphia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Philadelphia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Philadelphia 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 Ottawa to Philadelphia?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Philadelphia (average of C$ 426). Flying from Ottawa to Philadelphia in September is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,253). 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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United Airlines	CheapestC$ 416	AverageC$ 859	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	CheapestC$ 426	AverageC$ 688	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights

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