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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen from C$ 236

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 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — CUN
28 Aug — 4 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen are usually found in July or September, booked 1 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 July 2026.

Mon 26/105:40 a.m.
YOW
-
CUN
1 stop6h 45m
WestJet
Sun 1/111:30 p.m.
CUN
-
YOW
1 stop11h 12m
WestJet
Deal found 25/7C$ 494
Fri 7/83:35 p.m.
YOW
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 20m
Air Transat
Fri 14/87:55 p.m.
CUN
-
YOW
Nonstop3h 55m
Air Transat
Deal found 26/7C$ 497
Sun 25/105:40 a.m.
YOW
-
CUN
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/101:45 p.m.
CUN
-
YOW
Nonstop4h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7C$ 498
Mon 23/112:10 p.m.
YOW
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 35m
Porter Airlines
Mon 30/117:45 p.m.
CUN
-
YOW
Nonstop4h 10m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 26/7C$ 499
Fri 23/106:25 p.m.
YOW
-
CUN
2 stops19h 40m
WestJet
Sun 1/118:40 p.m.
CUN
-
YOW
1 stop28h 02m
WestJet
Deal found 24/7C$ 501
Mon 16/116:40 a.m.
YOW
-
CUN
2 stops11h 20m
Air Canada
Fri 20/1110:30 a.m.
CUN
-
YOW
2 stops9h 22m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/7C$ 502
Sat 7/115:45 a.m.
YOW
-
CUN
1 stop7h 15m
Air Canada
Sat 14/116:55 p.m.
CUN
-
YOW
1 stop14h 52m
Air Canada
Deal found 26/7C$ 504
Fri 20/119:10 a.m.
YOW
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/111:50 p.m.
CUN
-
YOW
1 stop8h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 505
Sat 24/103:35 p.m.
YOW
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1012:50 p.m.
CUN
-
YOW
1 stop10h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7C$ 507
Wed 9/96:55 a.m.
YOW
-
CUN
1 stop6h 35m
WestJet
Wed 16/91:30 p.m.
CUN
-
YOW
1 stop9h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 26/7C$ 511

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ottawa to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated 29 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 494

One-way from

C$ 236

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

C$ 550
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 26/10-1/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 57m total
  • Ottawa to Playa del Carmen
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 27/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 10m total
  • Ottawa to Playa del Carmen
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (C$ 111 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaCancún

YOW - CUN

YOWCUN

Ottawa

Tue 8/9

7:34 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

1 stop16h 31m

Cancun

Sat 12/9

7:51 a.m.-4:38 p.m.

1 stop7h 47m

C$ 549

OttawaCancún

YOW - CUN

YOWCUN

Ottawa

Wed 23/9

7:34 p.m.-7:19 p.m.

2 stops24h 45m

Cancun

Tue 29/9

8:45 a.m.-4:38 p.m.

1 stop6h 53m

C$ 563

OttawaCancún

YOW - CUN

YOWCUN

Ottawa

Thu 21/1

5:40 a.m.-2:02 p.m.

2 stops32h 22m

Cancun

Thu 28/1

8:20 p.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops28h 22m

C$ 566
Quickest round-trip

OttawaCancún

YOW - CUN

YOWCUN

Ottawa

Sat 15/8

3:35 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Fri 21/8

7:55 p.m.-12:50 a.m.

Nonstop3h 55m

C$ 576

OttawaCancún

YOW - CUN

YOWCUN

Ottawa

Tue 5/1

9:45 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

Cancun

Tue 12/1

4:47 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops22h 23m

C$ 587

OttawaCancún

YOW - CUN

YOWCUN

Ottawa

Thu 27/8

6:25 a.m.-2:26 p.m.

1 stop9h 01m

Cancun

Sat 5/9

2:49 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops22h 10m

C$ 593

OttawaCancún

YOW - CUN

YOWCUN

Ottawa

Tue 22/9

6:05 a.m.-1:39 p.m.

1 stop8h 34m

Cancun

Sun 27/9

8:45 a.m.-4:38 p.m.

1 stop6h 53m

C$ 597

OttawaCancún

YOW - CUN

YOWCUN

Ottawa

Sat 15/8

5:20 p.m.-2:37 p.m.

2 stops22h 17m

Cancun

Fri 21/8

5:22 p.m.-5:16 p.m.

2 stops22h 54m

C$ 600

OttawaCancún

YOW - CUN

YOWCUN

Ottawa

Mon 19/10

3:10 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops20h 55m

Cancun

Wed 28/10

7:39 a.m.-9:56 p.m.

2 stops13h 17m

C$ 602

OttawaCancún

YOW - CUN

YOWCUN

Ottawa

Sun 24/1

6:00 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops10h 55m

Cancun

Sat 30/1

6:16 p.m.-2:12 p.m.

2 stops19h 56m

C$ 617

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 July 2026.

When flying from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen, 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 Ottawa to Playa del Carmen?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Ottawa to Playa del Carmen flights typically cost between C$ 461 and C$ 711 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 494 on WestJet (26 Oct-1 Nov).

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Playa del Carmen. 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 Playa del Carmen. Reviews last updated 29 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andUnited Airlines from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen 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.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
568 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,052 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,415 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
11,405 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
449 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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 Ottawa to Playa del Carmen. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen?

    Most people fly from Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen. On average, Ottawa has 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day from 5 airlines. Ottawa is conveniently located just 10.6 km from Ottawa’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Ottawa to Playa del Carmen flight route?

    This flight path from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen was viewed by 375 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 Ottawa to Playa del Carmen?

    There are many flights that can get you from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen in 4h 20m. Fly via United Airlines, WestJet, or Porter Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen is about 2886 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for WestJet. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 222. Users have also found prices from C$ 238 and C$ 248 on United Airlines and Porter Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 270. While the most popular route (Ottawa - Cancun) can be booked for C$ 475 on average, our data indicates C$ 455 when flying from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Ottawa to Playa del Carmen

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 375AverageC$ 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 389AverageC$ 704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 422AverageC$ 685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 469AverageC$ 624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 582AverageC$ 831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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