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Cheap flights from New York, NY to Ottawa from C$ 141

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — YOW
18 May — 25 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Ottawa are usually found in May or June, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2026.

Wed 20/510:35 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Wed 20/53:30 p.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop6h 15m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 296
Thu 7/510:35 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Thu 7/53:30 p.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop6h 15m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 16/4C$ 309
Mon 25/59:10 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop3h 44m
Porter Airlines
Thu 28/59:05 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 33m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 326
Wed 13/56:25 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop6h 29m
Porter Airlines
Wed 20/55:55 p.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop3h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 327
Sat 16/58:00 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop4h 54m
Porter Airlines
Sun 17/52:20 p.m.
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 33m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 328
Fri 22/56:25 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop6h 29m
Porter Airlines
Mon 25/52:20 p.m.
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 33m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 330
Mon 25/59:10 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop3h 44m
Porter Airlines
Wed 27/58:00 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop3h 45m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 331
Thu 28/53:55 p.m.
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Thu 4/69:05 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 35m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 332
Wed 6/59:10 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop3h 44m
Porter Airlines
Wed 6/53:30 p.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop3h 40m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 334
Tue 5/59:10 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop3h 44m
Porter Airlines
Sat 9/59:35 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop3h 15m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 335
Thu 7/511:20 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
1 stop6h 34m
Porter Airlines
Tue 12/58:00 a.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop4h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 337
Mon 4/510:35 a.m.
EWR
-
YOW
Nonstop1h 40m
Porter Airlines
Mon 4/53:30 p.m.
YOW
-
EWR
1 stop3h 40m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 338

Find flight deals from New York to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Ottawa (YOW). 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 18 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 296

One-way from

C$ 141

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 408

Good round-trip deal

C$ 205 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 122 or less
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  • 20/5-20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 55m total
  • New York to Ottawa
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  • 20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 3h 44m total
  • New York to Ottawa
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Ottawa 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 18 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Mon 1/6

11:20 a.m.-5:54 p.m.

1 stop6h 34m

Ottawa

Mon 15/6

5:55 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop3h 50m

C$ 334

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Fri 29/5

4:40 p.m.-9:44 p.m.

1 stop5h 04m

Ottawa

Mon 1/6

8:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.

1 stop3h 45m

C$ 335
Quickest round-trip

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Thu 28/5

3:55 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Ottawa

Sat 30/5

2:20 p.m.-3:53 p.m.

Nonstop1h 33m

C$ 395

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Wed 24/6

9:10 a.m.-12:54 p.m.

1 stop3h 44m

Ottawa

Sun 28/6

5:55 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop3h 50m

C$ 397

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Mon 1/6

10:35 a.m.-12:17 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

Ottawa

Mon 8/6

8:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.

1 stop3h 45m

C$ 409

NewarkOttawa

EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Mon 25/5

8:00 a.m.-12:54 p.m.

1 stop4h 54m

Ottawa

Wed 27/5

11:00 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

2 stops9h 55m

C$ 421

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Wed 27/5

9:55 a.m.-7:50 p.m.

2 stops9h 55m

Ottawa

Mon 1/6

8:40 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop8h 15m

C$ 547

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/6

8:25 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

1 stop4h 00m

Ottawa

Mon 8/6

8:00 a.m.-7:25 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

C$ 631

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Fri 29/5

5:55 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

1 stop6h 30m

Ottawa

Sun 31/5

8:00 a.m.-7:25 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

C$ 631

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Wed 6/5

9:20 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops8h 15m

Ottawa

Mon 11/5

6:55 a.m.-11:41 a.m.

1 stop4h 46m

C$ 636

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Ottawa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Ottawa

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Ottawa, you should look to book at least 30 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Ottawa (average of C$ 82). Flying from New York to Ottawa in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 170). 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 NYC to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Ottawa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 April 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Ottawa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 53% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Ottawa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from New York to Ottawa

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Ottawa. 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 18 April 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Ottawa?

Reviews of airlines servicing Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. 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 Ottawa. Reviews last updated 18 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines from New York to Ottawa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
435 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
435 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
435 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Ottawa. 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 into for flights to Ottawa from New York?

    Ottawa (YOW) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New York to Ottawa. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ottawa from New York; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Ottawa airport from New York. It is only a 10.6 km journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Ottawa’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Ottawa?

    Airlines like Porter Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from New York to Ottawa in about 6h 06m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 09m. The distance between New York and Ottawa is about 542 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 216, Air Canada will fly you from New York to Ottawa and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Porter Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 223 and C$ 309, respectively. Air Canada is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Ottawa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 116 on Porter Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from C$ 192 and United Airlines from C$ 210 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Ottawa?

    While some choose either New York LaGuardia - Ottawa or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Ottawa, Newark - Ottawa is the most popular route from New York to Ottawa.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Ottawa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Ottawa 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 New York to Ottawa?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Ottawa (average of C$ 82). Flying from New York to Ottawa in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 170). 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 3 airlines flying from New York to Ottawa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New York to Ottawa. 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 18 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 216AverageC$ 538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 223AverageC$ 477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 309AverageC$ 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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