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• Looking for cheap airfare to Ottawa? 25% of our users found tickets to Ottawa for the following prices or less: From Calgary C$ 115 one-way - C$ 135 round-trip, from Winnipeg C$ 62 one-way - C$ 140 round-trip, from Charlottetown C$ 183 one-way - C$ 255 round-trip
• Book at least 3 weeks before departure in order to get a below-average price.
• High season is considered to be June, July and August. The cheapest month to fly from Canada is October.
• Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Ottawa flight deals.
• Flights to Ottawa have Ottawa International Airport (YOW) as the main arrival airport. When connecting from YOW to the city centre, Bus Route 97 is more affordable and convenient. On average, the bus takes about 24 minutes to arrive in the city centre from the airport.
• Consider choosing less well-travelled routes with Ogdensburg International Airport (OGS) as the arriving airport if you want to find lower airline bargains and have more convenience both while purchasing flights and landing in Ottawa. Compared to planes arriving at Ottawa International Airport, fewer flights per day land at this airport. As a result, the lines at the baggage claim locations are always shorter.
• Zoom Airlines' main hub is located at Ottawa International Airport. The largest number of flights per day arriving at YOW are by this airline. Consequently, by choosing this airline, you can be confident that you'll consistently get a flight that works with your schedule. Additionally, the Zoom Airlines’ lounge at Ottawa International Airport has some of the best amenities.
• If you’re interested in flights to Ottawa, consider booking your reservation through Air Canada. Known for being Canada’s largest airline, this company services a high number of daily flights to Ottawa and is popular for offering free checked baggage and providing complimentary food and drinks.
• Traveling with your children? Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport has several nursing rooms located throughout the various terminals. These private spaces contain change tables and rocking chairs, making them a comfortable place for you and your infant.
• For those that would like to store some of their luggage after their flight to Ottawa has landed, stop by the Baggage Storage room in the Arrivals Hall of Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport. This service offers daily, weekly and monthly rates, and there is no limit on the number of items you can store.
• If you enjoy aviation and planes, make sure to stop by the Observation Deck in Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport. This area provides travelers with a direct view of the airport’s take offs and landings, and is known for being a particularly scenic spot to enjoy the sunset.
• To ensure that you are still looking sharp after a long day of traveling, pay a visit to the Shoe Shine center located in the International terminal of Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport. It is open from 6 AM to 8 PM and is a great way to freshen up your outfit before leaving the airport.

• Which other nearby cities does Ottawa International Airport serve?

  Other than serving as the gateway to Ottawa, Ottawa International Airport serves other nearby cities, including Almonte and Pakenham. Almonte is about a 40-minute drive from Ottawa International Airport, while Pakenham is about 45 minutes from this airport. Therefore, booking your flight to Ottawa makes it convenient for you to connect to these cities.

• Which airlines can I book when planning to travel with my kids to Ottawa?

  You have nothing to worry about if you are planning to travel with your kids to Ottawa. If you book Air Canada, you can enjoy boarding your plane before the rest of the passengers if you are in the company of kids below 6 years. This allows those with the kids extra time to arrange their belongings and settle in their seats.

• What are good hotels near Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport?

  The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is a casual hotel that is only a 5-minute drive from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport and less than 12 kilometers from the famous Parliament Hill. The Hilton Garden Inn is a modern choice that is a 3-minute drive from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport and is only 8 kilometers from Hog's Back Falls.

• What is the best way to travel from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport to downtown Ottawa?

  As Ottawa does not have a particularly extensive public transportation system, the quickest way to travel from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport to the city’s downtown is by either renting a car or taking a taxi. Without additional traffic or bad weather, the drive is approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Conveniently, there is a car rental center located right at the airport.

• Does Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport have a prayer room?

  Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport has an inter-faith chapel that is located on the first floor of Terminal 1. It is open from 6 AM to 9 PM and often hosts religious services on the weekends. All travelers are welcome to pray or meditate in the chapel, no matter what their religious affiliation is.

• What shopping options are there in Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport?

  If you would like to purchase any gifts or souvenirs, stop by one of the Duty-Free stores in Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport. These shops sell a variety of electronics, liquor, cosmetics, clothing and even food items. One store is located near Gate 15 and another can be found near Gate 12.

• How long is the flight to Ottawa?

  Flights from Winnipeg	2h 39m
  Flights from Pearson Intl	1h 03m
  Flights from Calgary	4h 09m
  Flights from Vancouver Intl	4h 59m
  Flights from Halifax Intl	1h 50m

• What is the cheapest flight to Ottawa?

  The cheapest airline ticket to Ottawa from Canada in the last 72 hours was C$ 145 one-way, and C$ 145 round-trip on the route from Winnipeg to Ottawa. The most popular route is from Halifax to Ottawa and the cheapest ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was C$ 98 round-trip.

• Which airlines fly to Ottawa?

  Air Canada, Flair Airlines, and Porter Airlines usually have the most frequent connections from Canada to Ottawa

• How far is Ottawa from central Ottawa?

  The city centre of Ottawa is 11 km from Ottawa.

• What is the name of Ottawa’s airport?

  All flights to Ottawa land at Ottawa. The airport code is YOW,and it can also be referred to as Macdonald–Cartier Intl, Ottawa, or Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl.

• What is the cheapest month to fly to Ottawa?

  The cheapest month for flights to Ottawa is February. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and June.

• Which airlines have a flexible cancellation policy for flights to Ottawa due to COVID-19?

  Air Canada, Porter Airlines and WestJet have waived their change and cancellation fees on flights to Ottawa. Confirm policies on booking site.

• How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Ottawa?

  KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Ottawa.

• How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Ottawa?

  KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Ottawa is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

• What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Ottawa?

  Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Ottawa with an airline and back with another airline.

• What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Ottawa?

  Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Ottawa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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