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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 824
Typical prices: C$ 915-C$ 1,343
KLM
Mon 5/11Sun 18/11
YOW - AMS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 577
Typical prices: C$ 645-C$ 832
Air Canada
Wed 28/11
YOW - AMS • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Ottawa and Amsterdam. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 12% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,020 (round-trip)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL)
Shortest trip • 10h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam (YOW-AMS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Amsterdam

Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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5:10 p.m. - 10:30 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
11h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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9:20 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-YOW Ottawa
11h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 824KLM
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
Air Canada Logo
6:10 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
10h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
12:05 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-YOW Ottawa
13h 25m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 831Air Canada
Tue, 1 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Air Canada Logo
10:50 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
17h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
12:05 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-YOW Ottawa
17h 50m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 859Air Canada
Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
KLM Logo
5:10 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
14h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
KLM Logo
7:25 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-YOW Ottawa
13h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 861KLM
Thu, 29 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
Air France Logo
6:10 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
14h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
8:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-YOW Ottawa
12h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 862Air France
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Air France Logo
5:10 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
14h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
6:55 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-YOW Ottawa
14h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 865Air France
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
16h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-YOW Ottawa
15h 45m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 866Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
10h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:05 a.m. - 3:57 p.m.AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-YOW Ottawa
14h 52m2 stops Vienna Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 874Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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6:50 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
12h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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8:55 a.m. - 6:45 p.m.AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-YOW Ottawa
15h 50m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,088Lufthansa
Sat, 7 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
6:50 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol
13h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
8:55 a.m. - 6:45 p.m.AMS  Amsterdam Schiphol-YOW Ottawa
15h 50m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,119Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Amsterdam flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Amsterdam?

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam typically range from C$ 915 to C$ 1,343. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 824, on KLM.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Amsterdam?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Amsterdam. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Amsterdam at C$ 923 round-trip.
•August (C$ 1,525) and October (C$ 1,189) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam the cheapest?

Flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Ottawa to Amsterdam flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

C$ 577
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 77% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Ottawa to Amsterdam

When to book flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Amsterdam based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Ottawa to Amsterdam flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Ottawa to Amsterdam take?

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Amsterdam takes 00m, covering 9,057 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Amsterdam?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Amsterdam flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam range from C$ 915 to C$ 1,343, with an average of C$ 1,044 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 915 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ottawa to Amsterdam flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the C$ 1,044 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Amsterdam changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 824 to C$ 6,656. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ottawa to Amsterdam looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Amsterdam are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 852, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)?

    Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Amsterdam?

    Flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam pass through?

    One-stop flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 65% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Ottawa to Amsterdam. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 958 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 1,265, a difference of C$ 307.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Ottawa to Amsterdam?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 41m, compared with 10h 52m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 12h 06m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Amsterdam?

    Amsterdam is 6 hours ahead of Ottawa (Central European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Amsterdam?

    Some of the most popular sights in Amsterdam are Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam RAI, and Vondel Park. These are among the most viewed places in Amsterdam on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Amsterdam flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 958, about C$ 307 less than Friday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Amsterdam trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 923 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 602 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

    • Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel and Conference Center

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