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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Yellowknife from C$ 256

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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YZF
5 Feb — 12 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 6 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 348

One-way from

C$ 256

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 450
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 29/5-5/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 19h 06m total
  • Ottawa to Yellowknife
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 26/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 19m total
  • Ottawa to Yellowknife
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (C$ 66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease (C$ 71 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 6 January 2026.

Fri 29/56:00 a.m.YOW - YZF
2 stops10h 26mWestJet
Fri 5/62:00 p.m.YZF - YOW
1 stop8h 40mWestJet
Deal found 6/1C$ 348
Fri 20/27:15 p.m.YOW - YZF
2 stops20h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/24:35 p.m.YZF - YOW
1 stop19h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1C$ 463
Fri 20/27:15 p.m.YOW - YZF
2 stops20h 22mWestJet
Fri 27/24:35 p.m.YZF - YOW
2 stops30h 04mWestJet
Deal found 6/1C$ 527
Sun 1/26:00 a.m.YOW - YZF
1 stop9h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/22:25 p.m.YZF - YOW
2 stops21h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1C$ 702
Fri 10/76:00 a.m.YOW - YZF
2 stops10h 26mWestJet
Sun 19/73:00 p.m.YZF - YOW
2 stops13h 55mWestJet
Deal found 6/1C$ 703
Thu 9/75:55 a.m.YOW - YZF
2 stops9h 15mWestJet
Sun 19/73:00 p.m.YZF - YOW
2 stops13h 55mWestJet
Deal found 6/1C$ 706

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Ottawa

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Yellowknife

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Fri 29/5

6:00 a.m.-2:26 p.m.

2 stops10h 26m

Yellowknife

Fri 5/6

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

1 stop8h 40m

C$ 348

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Fri 20/2

7:15 p.m.-1:37 p.m.

2 stops20h 22m

Yellowknife

Fri 27/2

4:35 p.m.-2:01 p.m.

1 stop19h 26m

C$ 463

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Fri 20/2

7:15 p.m.-1:37 p.m.

2 stops20h 22m

Yellowknife

Fri 27/2

4:35 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops30h 04m

C$ 527

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Sun 1/2

6:00 a.m.-1:37 p.m.

1 stop9h 37m

Yellowknife

Sun 8/2

2:25 p.m.-2:01 p.m.

2 stops21h 36m

C$ 702

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Fri 13/2

7:15 p.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop16h 40m

Yellowknife

Fri 20/2

4:35 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops30h 04m

C$ 763

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Wed 21/1

5:50 p.m.-12:09 a.m.

1 stop8h 19m

Yellowknife

Wed 28/1

5:30 p.m.-11:08 a.m.

2 stops15h 38m

C$ 779

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Sun 18/1

6:50 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop24h 05m

Yellowknife

Sat 24/1

2:25 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

2 stops22h 20m

C$ 816

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Mon 26/1

5:50 p.m.-12:09 a.m.

1 stop8h 19m

C$ 256

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Wed 21/1

9:30 a.m.-10:48 p.m.

3 stops39h 18m

C$ 344

OttawaYellowknife

YOW - YZF

YOWYZF

Ottawa

Wed 21/1

5:50 p.m.-12:09 a.m.

1 stop8h 19m

C$ 355

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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

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$ 193). Flying from Ottawa to Yellowknife in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 452). 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 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 6 January 2026.
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
3,235 reviews
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Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,235 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,235 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,599 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,235 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Food

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Blaine,Dec 2025

YYC - YVR

The worst I’ve ever had in 50 years of flying

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.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Yellowknife?

    Airlines like WestJet fly from Ottawa to Yellowknife in about 10h 26m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Ottawa and Yellowknife is about 3098 km.

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

    WestJet, at C$ 215, 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 63% 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$ 193). Flying from Ottawa to Yellowknife in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 452). 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$ 215AverageC$ 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 411AverageC$ 818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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