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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Vancouver from C$ 171

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YVR
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Vancouver are usually found in January or February, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Vancouver

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Vancouver (8CA). 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 3 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 256

One-way from

C$ 171

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 342
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 22/11-28/11
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 19m total
  • Ottawa to Vancouver
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 5/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 17m total
  • Ottawa to Vancouver
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High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Vancouver
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Vancouver. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 November 2025.

Sun 23/118:50 a.m.YOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 35mPorter Airlines
Tue 2/127:00 a.m.YVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 44mPorter Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 256
Sun 7/128:50 a.m.YOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 35mPorter Airlines
Fri 12/127:00 a.m.YVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 44mPorter Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 258
Sun 30/118:50 a.m.YOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 35mPorter Airlines
Sun 7/127:00 a.m.YVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 44mPorter Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 265
Sat 29/116:45 p.m.YOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 35mPorter Airlines
Sat 6/127:00 a.m.YVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 44mPorter Airlines
Deal found 1/11C$ 266
Sun 30/116:45 p.m.YOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 35mPorter Airlines
Mon 1/127:00 a.m.YVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 44mPorter Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 269
Mon 24/116:45 p.m.YOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 35mPorter Airlines
Fri 28/117:00 a.m.YVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 44mPorter Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 272
Wed 3/126:45 p.m.YOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 38mPorter Airlines
Sun 7/1212:20 p.m.YVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 45mPorter Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 275

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Vancouver that are best for you.

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Ottawa

Fly to

Vancouver

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Thu 4/12

10:00 a.m.-3:25 p.m.

1 stop8h 25m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 7/12

12:20 p.m.-8:05 p.m.

Nonstop4h 45m

C$ 280

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Sun 7/12

8:50 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

Nonstop5h 35m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 11/12

7:00 a.m.-2:44 p.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

C$ 294

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Sun 7/12

8:50 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

Nonstop5h 35m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 12/12

12:20 p.m.-8:05 p.m.

Nonstop4h 45m

C$ 331

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Fri 5/12

12:10 p.m.-8:46 p.m.

2 stops11h 36m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 9/12

7:00 a.m.-2:44 p.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

C$ 371

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Thu 9/4

8:50 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

Nonstop5h 35m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 13/4

12:20 p.m.-8:04 p.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

C$ 405

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Fri 1/5

7:00 p.m.-9:39 p.m.

Nonstop5h 39m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 27/5

7:00 a.m.-2:44 p.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

C$ 416

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Thu 30/4

8:50 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

Nonstop5h 35m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 28/5

10:15 a.m.-5:59 p.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

C$ 416

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Fri 1/5

8:45 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 28/5

7:00 a.m.-2:44 p.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

C$ 416

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Wed 29/4

6:45 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

Nonstop5h 35m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 31/5

7:00 a.m.-2:44 p.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

C$ 416

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Mon 8/12

3:00 p.m.-9:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 05m

C$ 184

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Vancouver. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Ottawa to Vancouver is 56 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 Ottawa to Vancouver?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver (average of C$ 144). Flying from Ottawa to Vancouver in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 238). 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 YOW to YVR?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Vancouver. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 November 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 41% on flights from Ottawa to Vancouver by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Vancouver. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Vancouver flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Vancouver

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Vancouver. 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 3 November 2025.

The most flights from YOW to 8CA are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver. 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 Vancouver. Reviews last updated 3 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet from Ottawa to Vancouver 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
384 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Transat
7.8
Good
470 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,153 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,394 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Vancouver. 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 Vancouver?

    For a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver, you will be flying from Ottawa. Ottawa (YOW) is just 10.6 km from the centre of the city. Ottawa is the only Ottawa airport and it handles 11 outbound flights to Vancouver per day. 4 airlines have flights to Vancouver from Ottawa on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Vancouver?

    There are many flights that can get you from Ottawa to Vancouver in 8h 25m. Fly via Porter Airlines to get the fastest option. Ottawa and Vancouver are separated by a distance of 3549 km.

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

    Flying on WestJet is currently your cheapest option to Vancouver, with prices starting at C$ 175. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Air Transat, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 244 and C$ 267, respectively. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Ottawa to Vancouver?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Ottawa to Vancouver on time: ANA (93%), Asiana Airlines (90%), Porter Airlines (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Vancouver?

    While on average a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver is generally C$ 984, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 154. When looking at the most popular route, (Ottawa - Vancouver Intl), you can expect to pay C$ 258 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Ottawa to Vancouver?

    Ottawa to Vancouver flights have a layover in Calgary most often. Edmonton sees the next most layovers on Ottawa to Vancouver flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Calgary?

    Calgary Tower, Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, and Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre are the most popular attractions in Calgary if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Calgary Tower, Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, and Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre can be visited by travelling about 9.5 km, 8.7 km, and 8.8 km respectively from Calgary. Those on a layover in Calgary in need of a rental car can book one at Calgary for about C$ 53.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Edmonton?

    Edmonton travelers tend to visit Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Sir Winston Churchill Square, and Citadel Theatre more than any other notable places. Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Sir Winston Churchill Square, and Citadel Theatre are located about 24.1 km, 27.0 km, and 26.9 km, respectively from Edmonton. Travelers can book a car rental at Edmonton for about C$ 64 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Ottawa to Vancouver flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Ottawa to Vancouver is Toronto.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Vancouver?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Vancouver?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Vancouver 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 Vancouver?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver (average of C$ 144). Flying from Ottawa to Vancouver in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 238). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to Vancouver

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Vancouver. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 3 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 175AverageC$ 360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 244AverageC$ 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 267AverageC$ 501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 281AverageC$ 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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