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C$ 157 Find Cheap Flights from Halifax to Ottawa

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Halifax to Ottawa, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
C$ 332
Overall average: C$ 460
Porter Airlines
Thu 15/1Thu 22/1
YHZ - YOW • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 346
Typical prices: C$ 372-C$ 559
Porter Airlines
Thu 15/1Sun 18/1
YHZ - YOW • Direct
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Halifax Airport's Verified Traveller Program speeds security.
For a quick ride to downtown Ottawa, use the Trillium line.
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Cheap Flights from Halifax to Ottawa (YHZ-YOW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Halifax to Ottawa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Halifax to Ottawa

Thu, 15 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
Porter Airlines Logo
8:45 a.m. - 5:13 p.m.
YHZ
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YOW
9h 28m1 stop
Porter Airlines Logo
8:55 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.
YOW
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YHZ
1h 59mdirect
C$ 332Porter Airlines
Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:50 p.m. - 6:09 p.m.
YHZ
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YOW
2h 19mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:40 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
YOW
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YHZ
28h 10m1 stop
C$ 333Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.
YHZ
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YOW
2h 20mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:40 a.m. - 1:25 p.m.
YOW
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YHZ
6h 45m1 stop
C$ 335Multiple Airlines
Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
Porter Airlines Logo
8:45 a.m. - 5:13 p.m.
YHZ
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YOW
9h 28m1 stop
Porter Airlines Logo
6:45 a.m. - 12:12 p.m.
YOW
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YHZ
4h 27m1 stop
C$ 337Porter Airlines
Thu, 15 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
Porter Airlines Logo
6:40 a.m. - 7:59 a.m.
YHZ
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YOW
2h 19mdirect
Porter Airlines Logo
7:55 a.m. - 10:54 a.m.
YOW
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YHZ
1h 59mdirect
C$ 346Porter Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 a.m. - 12:42 a.m.
YHZ
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YOW
14h 07m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.
YOW
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YHZ
5h 50m1 stop
C$ 347Multiple Airlines
Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
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11:35 a.m. - 7:59 p.m.
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YOW
9h 24m2 stops
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5:40 a.m. - 1:41 a.m.
YOW
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YHZ
19h 01m1 stop
C$ 348Multiple Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 a.m. - 6:28 p.m.
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YOW
7h 53m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:40 a.m. - 1:42 a.m.
YOW
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YHZ
19h 02m1 stop
C$ 350Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 a.m. - 12:42 a.m.
YHZ
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YOW
14h 07m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:25 p.m. - 6:24 p.m.
YOW
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YHZ
1h 59mdirect
C$ 351Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
Porter Airlines Logo
8:30 a.m. - 3:04 p.m.
YHZ
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YOW
7h 34m1 stop
Porter Airlines Logo
9:15 a.m. - 8:12 p.m.
YOW
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YHZ
9h 57m2 stops
C$ 352Porter Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Halifax to Ottawa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Halifax to Ottawa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Halifax to Ottawa?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Halifax to Ottawa clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Ottawa on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Halifax to Ottawa. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Halifax to Ottawa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Halifax to Ottawa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Halifax to Ottawa is March, where tickets cost C$ 379 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 585 and C$ 537 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Halifax to Ottawa?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Halifax to Ottawa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Halifax to Ottawa, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Halifax Airport's Verified Traveller Program allows liquids and laptops to stay in carry-ons, speeding up security for domestic flights.

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For a quick ride to downtown Ottawa, use the Trillium line of the light rail transit system from YOW.

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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flightC$ 157
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Halifax to Ottawa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Halifax to Ottawa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Halifax to Ottawa

  • What public transportation can I take from the Ottawa International Airport to downtown Ottawa?

    You can take the city bus to the city center. The bus ticket station is on level 1 and the bus picks up passengers outside of the airport at Pillars 9-10 and Pillars 13-16. The ride should take about 30 minutes. If you prefer, you can hail a taxi. There is a taxi stand outside the main door of the arrival hall.

  • Are there VIP lounges at these two airports?

    Yes, there are lounges at both airports where you can relax and enjoy a little privacy. There is an Air Canada-Maple Leaf Lounge at both the Halifax and Ottawa Airports. This lounge offers complimentary snacks, comfortable seating, and reading materials including local newspapers and magazines. At the Ottawa International Airport, you can pay for entrance to the Aspire Lounge where you can enjoy complimentary food and beverages as well as great views of arriving and departing planes, a work area with wi-fi access, and a wide selection of books.

  • Can I get dropped off at the Halifax International Airport and where can I park my car if I choose to drive?

    Yes, passenger drop-off and pickup are permitted at Halifax Airport. The drop-off/pickup area is right outside the terminal building. Simply follow the signs to get there. However, if you plan to drive yourself, you can park your car in the multilevel parking lot adjacent to the terminal. There is also a park and fly lot where you can leave your car if you're travelling on a budget. In this case, you'll park your car and then catch the shuttle to the airport.

  • Can I rent a car at the Ottawa International Airport?

    Yes, you can. There are several rental car agencies at the Ottawa International Airport, including Avis, Alamo, Hertz, Budget, and National. They are located on Level 1 of the parking garage.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Halifax to Ottawa?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Halifax to Ottawa was C$ 157 for a one-way ticket and C$ 332 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Halifax to Ottawa?

    Air Canada, WestJet, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Halifax to Ottawa flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Halifax to Ottawa?

    The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Halifax to Ottawa flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Halifax to Ottawa?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Halifax and Ottawa.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Halifax to Ottawa?

    There are direct flights from Halifax to Ottawa on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Halifax to Ottawa, Porter Airlines or Air Transat?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Halifax to Ottawa are Porter Airlines and Air Transat. With an average price for the route of C$ 459 and an overall rating of 8.0, Porter Airlines is the most popular choice. Air Transat is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 552 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Halifax 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 from Halifax to Ottawa.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Halifax 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 to Halifax with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Halifax 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 from Halifax up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Halifax to Ottawa

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 283 or less one-way and C$ 448 or less round-trip.
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is a major airport in Canada and serves as a hub for Porter Airlines, Flair Airlines, and Air Canada. Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) is the largest airport in the province of Nova Scotia. It has just one terminal, however, it is divided into three levels. Moving sidewalks and escalators make it easy to get around the airport and from one floor to another.
  • Although most flights from Halifax to Ottawa are direct, a few flights will include a plane change. If you're flying with Air Canada, the stop will be in Montreal, and with Porter Air Lines, you would change planes in Toronto. Several of these layovers will last only an hour or two.
  • On your flight back to Halifax from Ottawa, if you're travelling during the winter, you can check your coat at Ottawa Airport in the pre-security section. There is also a storage room where you can keep your luggage.
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is a busy airport in Ontario. It is less than a 20-minute drive from downtown Ottawa and less than 30 minutes from Cumberland and cities in Quebec including Gatineau.
  • If you're travelling with a baby, there are nursing rooms on both Level 1 (pre-security) and Level 2 (post-security) of the Ottawa International Airport. These rooms provide privacy for breastfeeding moms. In the room, you can use the changing tables or bottle warmers. These rooms are open 24/7.

Prefer to fly direct from Halifax to Ottawa?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Halifax Intl to Ottawa.
Find which airlines fly direct from Halifax Intl Airport to Ottawa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Halifax Intl to Ottawa

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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Direct returns

Ottawa to Halifax Intl

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Halifax to Ottawa

 
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Porter AirlinesOverall score based on 399 reviews
7.0Entertainment
8.6Crew
7.6Food
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
Airline reviews

Much roomer than air Canada! Great flight for the price. No complaints

8.0 ExcellentDiane, Dec 2025
TPA - YYZ
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Much roomer than air Canada! Great flight for the price. No complaints

On my e-boarding pass it shows free wifi, yet the plane I was on didn’t have wifi. Please remove false advertising from your website and boarding passes

As a first time flyer with Porter I was happy with the service and comfort of the airline.

3.5 hr delay for a 1 hr work flight. No information as to why the delay until 20 mins before boarding.

Other than wifi no on board entertainment. Will use them again, roomier seats than other airlines and snacks and beverages, better than average

I like it, but the food isn't good. They need to offer more simple things. This bowls that have so many things your don't know what your are eating. The milenials like it, no the rest. And last but not least, they allowed somebody have a huge dog, vey agressive and fidgety in the flight. That's horrible. No animals should be allowed inside the airplane, what about allergies, etc

Smaller plane. Food and bar service for free is amazing. Drinks were in glass not plastic cups.

The flight was half empty yet they charged me $50 for a basic carry on! I saw how passengers of different colors were treated differently.

Poor landing as we overshot the runway and had to re land the plane. Lost both of my luggage not found as of yet. Had to pay extra money for my luggage in USD, now great my luggage is gone. Will not fly with Porter again.

This flight to St. Johns was really good. Boarding was a breeze. We left spot on time. Seats were actually pretty good. Recliner further than I expected. Three more flights to go we will see if this is the status quo for Porter.👍

I did not like I have been charged for my carry on

Onward flight was okay. return from Lisbon was poor as we missed our flight due to a long line at the passport control. Air Transat made no effort to accommodate us even though we were at the passport control 40 minutes prior to the departure.

Very good. A lot better experience then I expected for an economy flight.

It was very good but no tv but the experience was great

Thank you for making my first experience very enjoyable. You made it all very pleasant

Great flight great seats will absolutely fly with you again

Porter airlines was good. I didn't have the best experience when booking through airfare assist however, as I got no final confirmation from them that the flight was booked until I called them. Even then, the confirmation code they gave me was incorrect and couldn't be used for check in. On a positive note airfare assist was actually picked up the phone relatively quickly when calling

The flight crew were very good, polite, and professional. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience left much to be desired. The food was extremely bland—almost tasteless. We chose the non vegetarian .The lasagna was just plain pasta with a tiny garnish and no seasoning. It felt like eating starch only, The bigger issue was with luggage and space. We boarded with three tickets, and while the seats in front of us were nearly empty, all the overhead compartments had already been filled by passengers boarding to the back. This left us and many others with no overhead storage for our carry-ons. Our bags couldn’t fit well under the seats either, which meant we lost the little legroom we had. The result was a horrible, cramped experience—sore knees, no space to stretch, and no way to rest or sleep comfortably. According to the crew this was a rather normal thing. It is obviously normal that people board with handbag and carry on but they should be only allowed to use their overhead compartment and under their seat not the way it is managed that all the spaces in the front of the plane being occupied by the people sitting way back in the plane.

Nice complete meal included and great services. Plus the plane was very clean.

Everything was horrible. On the day of my departure, I was denied check-in and boarding because my reservation only showed one of my last names, while my passport contains both. This minor discrepancy could have been easily corrected, but I was informed that no adjustment could be made. As a result, I lost not only my outbound flight but also my return flight and had to purchase a new ticket at a significantly higher cost.

The flight was cancelled less than 24 hours before departure. The alternate flight was a day later going from Grenada to Toronto to Vancouver to Calgary to Montreal. 2 days in the air. Not serious, Very bad service

I like the wider seats, Plus lots of legroom, Lacking entertainment, no tv or screen to play with

The plug in to charge our phones are all loose my block would not stay in!!

Liked in-flight wifi Did not like - nothing to complain, really. All good

While I appreciated the food (it was unexpected), it was interruptive for sleeping. We paid extra for reserved seats, but when we checked in they gave us different seats. I had to call WestJet arounf 11:30pm the night before our flight to get this fixed. We were give seats in the emengency row to resolve the issue.

The keg from Edmonton to Toronto My wife found it very cold. Other than that great flight.

Smooth flight Staff were courteous and welcoming upon entering and exiting the plane Pilot and crew provided frequent updates Leg space was not pleasant but manageable

Everything was good except I was a bit disappointed that I had to pay US $150 for bags.

Flight itself good .Landing at terminal3 and connections to terminal1,it is connections nightmare,specially for disable person

This flight was better than the first. Two of the flight attendants were wonderful at supporting m through nausea and vomiting through the flight. No tv, no food, very interesting. I’ve never paid for wifi (just the $3 chatting) until these 2 flights. This experience has changed my opinion on layovers. Idk if I’ll ever do one again

I would like to review the next flight from Toronto to Fort Myers as it was a disaster!!

Seats too small and too cramped, I have stomach cancer and I threw up after the flight . No advance boarding for disabled people. No aisle seats available for disabled people who have to use the washroom frequently. No space for cabin baggage for disabled people who have to carry bulky medications or equipment to use on the flight. Baggage rules and fees are ridiculous. I have been an aeroplan member for 30 years and I fly frequently, but from now on I will choose offshore carriers. .

Obviously the leg room...but I guess that's what business class would be ..expensive though.

I was very excited when we were to arrive 19 mins early . However that did not last long since there was no available gate and sat there waiting almost a hour.

Seats horribly uncomfortable. Air nozzles didn't work so very overheated.

Every person and every experience with Air Canada was excellent. All customer service was outstanding and done pleasantly. The notifications through their App were timely and informative. This airline shines. All other airlines should take training from them.

Better than usual. We’ve flown air Canada for years at least once or twice a year and used it to bring our Canadian American son back and forth from USA and Canada and Europe and we have had MANY bad experiences with late flights, missed connections, boarding issues, for almost 10 years. Just lots of bad experiences. This one wasn’t bad at all. It’s simply what we expected. Even though the first flight this time was 45 min late in leaving due to a maintenance issue, that didn’t mess us up. But all else was fine so we were pleased.

the seats aren't the most comfy -- too little padding and I could feel whatever the passenger behind me was doing. Otherwise, it's all good.

This flight didn't happen for me because of overbooking.

Everything was simple and easy. The lady at the gate was super friendly, I wish I had her name to share. She's a little older, dark-haired. You can tell she likes her job and would be a great influence on any young people training with her.

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