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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ottawa to Calgary:

• Earliest: departs at 6:10 am and lands at 10:54 am
• Latest: departs at 8:15 pm and lands at 12:59 am.

The flight takes about 4h 44m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Ottawa to Calgary takes 4h 44m, covering 4,629 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Calgary range from C$ 358 to C$ 603, with an average of C$ 455 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 358 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 58% above the C$ 455 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct and layover fares are close on average, with direct at C$ 458 round-trip and layover options via Edmonton (YEG) at C$ 460.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 41–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer 195 E2 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Porter Airlines and Air Transat. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Ottawa to Calgary flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Ottawa to Calgary flights:

• WestJet
• Air Canada

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Ottawa to Calgary are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 241, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

Calgary Airport (YYC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 6 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Avis
• Budget
• Thrifty
• Hertz

Flights from Ottawa to Calgary usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Calgary (YYC).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Ottawa to Calgary route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 09m.

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

• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 86% of one-stop connections
• Edmonton (YEG) – 8% of one-stop connections
• Winnipeg (YWG) – 4% of one-stop connections
• Vancouver Intl (YVR) – 1% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Ottawa to Calgary. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 438 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 496, a difference of C$ 57.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Ottawa and Calgary. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• WestJet
• Porter Airlines
• Air Canada

Flying via Edmonton (YEG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 25m, compared with 7h 21m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 10h 43m via Winnipeg (YWG).

Calgary is 2 hours behind Ottawa (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Calgary are Stampede Park, Scotiabank Saddledome, and Calgary Zoo. These are among the most viewed places in Calgary on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Ottawa to Calgary flights:

• WestJet: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• WestJet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Porter Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

All taxis are metred and the final fare will depend on both the time of day and traffic conditions. However, expect to pay between C$ 40 and C$ 45 for a trip from the airport to the city centre. Taxis can be found outside the domestic arrivals area from Doors 1 and Door 6.

Bus 300, operated by BRT, is the fastest and most direct bus to the city centre, but keep in mind that it might not stop exactly where you wish to get off. Alternatively, you can take bus 100 which travels the North Pointe/Airport/McKnight route. A one-way ticket costs C$ 10.75 and can be purchased at the Mac’s locations near Door 1 and Door 11 in the arrivals area, or at one of the ticket machines found near the bus stops at Bay 7 and Bay 32.

To rent a car at Calgary International Airport, head over to the Rental Car Centre across the street from the domestic terminal. Avis, Thrifty, National, Budget, Enterprise, Alamo, Dollar and Hertz are the on-site car rental companies that you’ll find at the airport. The available off-site car rental companies include Discount, Routes, Driving Force, Nü Car Rentals, Udrive and Economy, and offer a free shuttle service to take arriving passengers from Bus Bay 22 to their rental offices.

If you’re travelling in a large group or with a lot of luggage, you can arrange for a porter service upon arrival for C$ 5 per item. If your flight from Ottawa to Calgary arrives between 6:00 pm and 7:00 am, you’ll need to book the service in advance. The service is available after hours, but for a C$ 20 call out fee plus a C$ 20 reservation tax in addition to the C$ 5 fee for each bag.

If you prefer to fly sustainably, you should book the shortest flight possible, as this will result in the least amount of carbon released. Air Canada is the most convenient airline for traveling this route since it offers a connecting service from YOW to YYC with only one stop. This airline emits approximately 943 kg of carbon dioxide per trip, which is 22% less than the average amount on this route.

Parkade P1 and Long-term Parking Lot P4 are available at YOW. Long-term parking at YOW is 6-7 minutes away on foot. The first 30min are free, and Parkade P1 charges around C$ 5 every 30 minutes, and up to C$ 24 per day. Long-term Parking, P4, does not have a free period and charges around C$ 5 every 30 minutes, up to a daily maximum of around C$ 17, a 7-day maximum of around C$ 78, and a 30-day maximum of around C$ 156.