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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife from C$ 199

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YZF
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Yellowknife are usually found in February or January, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Yellowknife

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Yellowknife (YZF). 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 14 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 346

One-way from

C$ 199

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 531
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 10/9-17/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 22h 57m total
  • Ottawa to Yellowknife
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 10h 35m total
  • Ottawa to Yellowknife
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (C$ 5 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Find flight deals from Ottawa to Yellowknife

Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Yellowknife. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 August 2025.

Wed 10/96:00 a.m.YOW - YZF
1 stop9h 13mWestJet
Wed 17/93:01 p.m.YZF - YOW
2 stops13h 44mWestJet
Deal found 13/8C$ 346
Tue 9/95:55 a.m.YOW - YZF
2 stops18h 06mWestJet
Wed 10/92:00 p.m.YZF - YOW
1 stop8h 40mWestJet
Deal found 12/8C$ 389
Sun 28/93:45 p.m.YOW - YZF
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1012:30 a.m.YZF - YOW
1 stop6h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 440
Sun 28/99:05 a.m.YOW - YZF
2 stops16h 27mAir Canada
Sat 4/1012:30 a.m.YZF - YOW
1 stop6h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 14/8C$ 549
Mon 1/95:15 p.m.YOW - YZF
2 stops21h 58mWestJet
Sat 6/93:01 p.m.YZF - YOW
2 stops13h 44mWestJet
Deal found 14/8C$ 561
Wed 10/92:20 p.m.YOW - YZF
3 stops24h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/93:01 p.m.YZF - YOW
2 stops13h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 582

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife 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 14 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife that are best for you.

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Ottawa

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Yellowknife

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Wed 10/9

6:00 a.m.-1:13 p.m.

1 stop9h 13m

Yellowknife

Wed 17/9

3:01 p.m.-6:45 a.m.

2 stops13h 44m

C$ 346

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Tue 9/9

5:55 a.m.-10:01 p.m.

2 stops18h 06m

Yellowknife

Wed 10/9

2:00 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop8h 40m

C$ 389

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Sun 28/9

3:45 p.m.-10:01 p.m.

1 stop8h 16m

Yellowknife

Sat 4/10

12:30 a.m.-9:14 a.m.

1 stop6h 44m

C$ 440

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Sun 28/9

9:05 a.m.-11:32 p.m.

2 stops16h 27m

Yellowknife

Sat 4/10

12:30 a.m.-9:14 a.m.

1 stop6h 44m

C$ 549

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Sun 28/9

6:00 a.m.-1:13 p.m.

1 stop9h 13m

Yellowknife

Sun 5/10

2:00 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

2 stops24h 19m

C$ 549

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Mon 1/9

5:15 p.m.-1:13 p.m.

2 stops21h 58m

Yellowknife

Sat 6/9

3:01 p.m.-6:45 a.m.

2 stops13h 44m

C$ 561

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Sat 6/9

5:55 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

2 stops10h 35m

C$ 199

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Sat 6/9

6:00 p.m.-12:26 a.m.

1 stop8h 26m

C$ 210

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Mon 15/12

6:00 a.m.-3:54 p.m.

2 stops11h 54m

C$ 225

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Mon 15/9

5:55 a.m.-10:01 p.m.

2 stops18h 06m

C$ 230

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Yellowknife

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Yellowknife. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Yellowknife (average of C$ 259). Flying from Ottawa to Yellowknife in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 514). 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 YZF?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Yellowknife. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Ottawa to Yellowknife at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Calgary (YYC) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 85% of one-stop itineraries from Ottawa to Yellowknife on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Calgary (YYC) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 588.

What’s the fastest layover option from Ottawa to Yellowknife?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Toronto (YYZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 42m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Toronto (YYZ) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 22m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Yellowknife

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Yellowknife. 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 Yellowknife. Reviews last updated 14 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife, such as WestJet and Air Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,015 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

YYJ - YVR

everything was good except we were so delayed we had to sleep on the floor in the vancouver airport … we were stranded there for 12 hours, no vouchers, no compensation, just a cold floor and we arrived at our final destination the following afternoon
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,015 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,015 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

YYJ - YVR

everything was good except we were so delayed we had to sleep on the floor in the vancouver airport … we were stranded there for 12 hours, no vouchers, no compensation, just a cold floor and we arrived at our final destination the following afternoon
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,949 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,015 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

YYJ - YVR

everything was good except we were so delayed we had to sleep on the floor in the vancouver airport … we were stranded there for 12 hours, no vouchers, no compensation, just a cold floor and we arrived at our final destination the following afternoon

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Ottawa to Yellowknife flight route?

    This flight path from Ottawa to Yellowknife was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    WestJet, at C$ 236, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Yellowknife. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air Canada. WestJet is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Yellowknife (average of C$ 259). Flying from Ottawa to Yellowknife in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 514). 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 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to Yellowknife

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 236AverageC$ 502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 378AverageC$ 839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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