C$ 136 Find Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Alberta

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Best Alberta Flight Deals from Ottawa

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Calgary
Calgary1 stopC$ 286
Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie2 stopsC$ 323
Fort McMurray
Fort McMurray2 stopsC$ 772
Lethbridge
Lethbridge2 stopsC$ 463
Medicine Hat
Medicine Hat2 stopsC$ 452
Calgary
Calgary1 stopC$ 286
Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie2 stopsC$ 323
Fort McMurray
Fort McMurray2 stopsC$ 772
Lethbridge
Lethbridge2 stopsC$ 463
Medicine Hat
Medicine Hat2 stopsC$ 452

Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Alberta

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Alberta 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Alberta

Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
WestJet Logo
5:45 p.m. - 12:39 a.m.
YOW
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YEG
8h 54m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
12:30 p.m. - 6:23 p.m.
YEG
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YOW
3h 53mdirect
C$ 203WestJet
Fri, 1 May - Thu, 21 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:25 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
YOW
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YEG
8h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:50 a.m. - 5:40 p.m.
YEG
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YOW
3h 50mdirect
C$ 205Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar
WestJet Logo
5:40 a.m. - 10:28 a.m.
YOW
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YEG
6h 48m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
4:15 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.
YEG
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YOW
6h 25m
1 stop
C$ 207WestJet
Thu, 11 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun
WestJet Logo
1:05 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.
YOW
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YEG
11h 20m
2 stops
WestJet Logo
10:30 a.m. - 4:18 p.m.
YEG
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YOW
3h 48mdirect
C$ 208WestJet
Sat, 21 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
WestJet Logo
5:40 a.m. - 10:28 a.m.
YOW
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YEG
6h 48m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
12:30 p.m. - 6:23 p.m.
YEG
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YOW
3h 53mdirect
C$ 211WestJet
Wed, 1 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr
WestJet Logo
5:40 a.m. - 10:28 a.m.
YOW
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YEG
6h 48m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
9:00 a.m. - 4:53 p.m.
YEG
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YOW
5h 53m
1 stop
C$ 212WestJet
Thu, 14 May - Wed, 20 May
WestJet Logo
1:05 p.m. - 12:25 a.m.
YOW
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YEG
13h 20m
2 stops
WestJet Logo
10:30 a.m. - 4:18 p.m.
YEG
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YOW
3h 48mdirect
C$ 214WestJet
Mon, 2 Mar - Fri, 6 Mar
WestJet Logo
5:40 a.m. - 10:28 a.m.
YOW
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YEG
6h 48m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
12:30 p.m. - 6:23 p.m.
YEG
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YOW
3h 53mdirect
C$ 215WestJet
Mon, 11 May - Thu, 21 May
WestJet Logo
5:55 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.
YOW
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YEG
10h 00m
2 stops
WestJet Logo
11:40 p.m. - 5:28 a.m.
YEG
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YOW
3h 48mdirect
C$ 216WestJet
Mon, 23 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 p.m. - 7:48 a.m.
YOW
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YYC
14h 33m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 a.m. - 2:27 p.m.
YYC
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YOW
4h 07mdirect
C$ 293Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Ottawa to Alberta flights

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

What is the cheapest Ottawa to Alberta flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Alberta from Ottawa found in the last 72 hours was to Edmonton, at C$ 168 round-trip. The most popular route is from Ottawa (YOW) to Calgary (YYC), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was C$ 265.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Ottawa to Alberta?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 444, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Alberta, 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 Ottawa to Alberta is February, when tickets cost C$ 297 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 553 and C$ 384 respectively.

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

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

When flying from Ottawa to Alberta, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Ottawa, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Alberta, 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 a flight from Ottawa to Alberta, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 54% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flightC$ 159
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
Flight from Ottawa to Edmonton

FAQs - booking Alberta flights

  • What transportation options are there for going from downtown Ottawa to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)?

    There are several transportation options for traveling from downtown Ottawa to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). OC Transpo, Ottawa's public transit system, operates Bus Route 97 which connects downtown Ottawa with Ottawa Airport. Taxis are also readily available in downtown Ottawa, and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft operate in the city.

  • Do I have the option of renting a vehicle directly from Calgary International Airport (YYC)?

    Yes, you can rent a vehicle directly from Calgary International Airport (YYC). Several well-known car rental companies serve the airport, and their rental counters are located in the Rental Car Centre, which is conveniently located near the airport terminals. Some of the companies that have offices here include Budget and Enterprise.

  • Are there any sustainable airlines that offer flights from Ottawa to Alberta?

    Air Canada's Eco-Skies program encompasses its commitment to environmental sustainability. The program sets specific goals and targets to reduce the airline's environmental footprint, notably for reducing its greenhouse gas emissions.

  • How many layovers will I have when flying from Ottawa to Alberta?

    If you fly with WestJet, you will likely be able to find direct flights. If you choose to fly with a different airline, however, like Porter Airlines, you will instead have one layover before reaching your final destination. For example, flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Calgary (YYC) with Porter could include a layover in Toronto (YYZ). Some flights through WestJet may also require you to have two layovers.

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

    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 Ottawa to Alberta.

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

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

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

    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 from Ottawa to Alberta 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 from Ottawa to Alberta?

    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 from Ottawa to Alberta up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Alberta?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Alberta is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost C$ 372 on average. Morning departures are around 14% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Alberta is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is C$ 428.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Alberta

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Ottawa to the following destinations at these prices or less: Edmonton C$ 231 one-way - C$ 262 round-trip; Calgary C$ 239 one-way - C$ 381 round-trip
  • When you fly from Ottawa to Alberta, there are a few arrival airport options. Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the busiest airport in Alberta and one of the busiest in Canada. It serves as a major hub for domestic and international flights. There is also Fort McMurray, which primarily serves the regional community and offers domestic flights.
  • Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) offers several parking options to accommodate travelers' needs. The airport's parking garage is located adjacent to the terminal building, providing convenient access to the airport. It is suitable for short-term and long-term parking. The garage offers hourly, daily, and weekly rates. YOW also offers valet parking services, allowing travelers to drop off their vehicles at the curb, and valet attendants will park the car in a secure lot.
  • There are several transportation options to get from Lethbridge Airport (YQL) to downtown Lethbridge, Alberta. Public transportation is not an option, but taxis can be found readily available outside of the Arrivals terminal. There are some hotels that may also offer a free shuttle service.
  • Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) has several lounges available for travelers. Operated by Air Canada, the Maple Leaf Lounge is available for eligible Air Canada passengers, Star Alliance Gold members, and certain other affiliated airline passengers. Porter Airlines also operates a lounge at Ottawa Airport for its passengers.
  • Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) is a major hub for Air Mikisew and CanWest Air. Because of this, you will find that many of the flights that land here, including those coming from Ottawa, are operated by one of these airlines.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to Alberta

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ottawa to Alberta. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.9
Porter AirlinesOverall score based on 412 reviews
6.9Entertainment
8.6Crew
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
7.5Food
Airline reviews

The Flight took off 2hrs late because there was no pilot showing up when the flight was ready to board.. Though the cabin crew was present and had prepared the plane, the FO turned around after 15 min and went away. A crew to fly the plane finally arrived over an hour later and we were able to board 1h30 min later than planned time... until everything was loaded, we left 2h late from the gate. This was a small plane, so don't expect any Entertainment... Wi-Fi access on board would work, but took an awful amount of time to figure out and get it work (I'm an IT person). Flying as VIPorter customer, I was expecting at least some warm meal, but everything served was just cold.. except the coffee maybe. Even in so-called VIPorter seats, space is cramped and trays are so tiny, you can barely setup your food. Flight caught up during the coast-to-coast crossing and was able to recoup about 45 min from the delay.. still arrived very late in Vancouver and had to wait a long time to get our registered bags. Let's see how the return flight will be in a few days..

6.0 GoodBeat, Jan 2026
YUL - YVR
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The Flight took off 2hrs late because there was no pilot showing up when the flight was ready to board.. Though the cabin crew was present and had prepared the plane, the FO turned around after 15 min and went away. A crew to fly the plane finally arrived over an hour later and we were able to board 1h30 min later than planned time... until everything was loaded, we left 2h late from the gate. This was a small plane, so don't expect any Entertainment... Wi-Fi access on board would work, but took an awful amount of time to figure out and get it work (I'm an IT person). Flying as VIPorter customer, I was expecting at least some warm meal, but everything served was just cold.. except the coffee maybe. Even in so-called VIPorter seats, space is cramped and trays are so tiny, you can barely setup your food. Flight caught up during the coast-to-coast crossing and was able to recoup about 45 min from the delay.. still arrived very late in Vancouver and had to wait a long time to get our registered bags. Let's see how the return flight will be in a few days..

The flight booking code given by Kayak was not the correct one used by the airline. I had to call to get the correct one. It was never sent to me. Totally unacceptable!

It was okay. Had a thing with the front desk, she had me repack my suitcases to have them be under the weight restrictions, but then the other one was overweight, she argued with me about it when there were tons of people in line. Wasn’t great.

Due to a known technical error that Porter has not fixed in over a year, I was unable to check in the children on my reservation online and had to do it at the airport. Upon check in, there were no seats together, which was an issue as we had young children. The gate agent did manage to seat us together by moving other passengers, which was appreciated, but the other passengers were never informed, leading to confusion and delay upon boarding. The flight was over an hour late; no explanation or apology was ever issued. The bags on Porter take a long time to arrive--over half an hour at Hamilton on my inbound flight, and not much better on my return to Edmonton.

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

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

Organization and the adjusted times but the snacks could be of a bigger portion

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

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.

The Turkish was good . I had a problem with air Transat terrible experience for me

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.

Plane was one hour late. Hardly any space for our carry-ons. Stressful to catch connections.

No food, water, snacks.”beverages”. This was on Christmas Day. Upgrading cost $100, for what exactly?

Flight delayed missed connecting flight crew not very helpful very frustrating customer service

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

My flight was cancelled due to weather but Westjet got me on a new flight in a timely and efficient manor.

The only thing I can't give good or really good is the fact that we didn't have food ,just a packet of pretzels or cookies which is normal,and ofcourse there isn't any entertainment. I've always flowen WestJet ..I really like the airlines..this plane was smaller one ,pretty tight seating.

Again, flight was late. It’s expected of this airline now i guess.

Delayed 8 hours, This is the 2nd time in a month that my flight was not on time.

The snacks could have been better, and maybe some warm drinks instead of just water cause it was very very cold.

Our first flight from LAX to Winnipeg was changed but you never informed us at all. It went from a nonstop flight to a stay at Calgary. This impacted our trip negatively as we arrived much later than we planned to. Our returning flight was horrible. The flight was delayed 6 hours!! And we were NOT going to wait that long. The only way we got on our original flight was running there. However all of our suitcases were now coming on the delayed flight. It was the worst experience we ever had flying. I want my money back.

It was a very small plane and was ok. No food or entertainment so there should be an option for NA.

We were happy with the service and cost of checking a bag

Flying with Air Canada is still better than the discount airlines like Flair. The seats are more comfortable and the on-board entertainment is better, with each seat having a built in screen and lots of content to watch. Onboard WIFI is also great to have, as well as plugs for charging. I think passengers in general are getting better at not bringing too much luggage onboard, and Air Canada is better at managing this without customers feeling like they are being taken advantage of with extra fees. I have travelled on different airlines and all seem to be loading faster, with fewer people bringing both a carry on and a personal item. Now I just bring one item and it fits under the seat so I don't need to worry about finding a place in the overhead bins. Overall, across the industry, asking customers to pay for carry on baggage is fair because it allows customers to only pay for what they need, and it helps to keep the planes on time. Kudos to Air Canada for its approach - the desired result is achieved without customers feeling that they are being surprised and caught with unexpected extra fees.

The internet connection was perfect, and the updated entertainment systems that allow me to connect my Bluetooth earbuds was excellent

It was good to receive a card for my birthday

Due to the strike by AC flight attendants, my flight was cancelled. Very disappointing! A refund is being processed. This was not a Kayak issue. I will be sure to come back to Kayak in the future.

It got cancelled and they haven't given me a flight back yet!!

Flying in the Dreamliner is always comfortable. Though the food options for Air Canada aren't great.

Staff was very courteous and kept things organized. We will definitely use Air Canada for further travel

Great flights. 90 minute departure delay for maintenance issues, not a great start but, afer that very good. Didn't pay extra for seats and lucked into a window and an aisle seat. Price was excellent at the super low economy level.

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