Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Hamilton?

Flights from Ottawa to Hamilton usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Hamilton L.F Wade Intl (BDA).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Hamilton.

Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Hamilton pass through?

Connecting flights from Ottawa to Hamilton most commonly pass through: • Newark (EWR) – 61% of one-stop connections • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 39% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

On the Ottawa to Hamilton route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 47%. Saturday is the cheapest day at C$ 533 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 996 – a C$ 463 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long does a flight from Ottawa to Hamilton take?

There are currently no direct flights available from Ottawa to Hamilton. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 50m and 7h 25m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Hamilton?

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 are flight prices from Ottawa to Hamilton looking right now?

One-way fares from Ottawa to Hamilton are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 276, which is 51% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 50m, compared with 7h 25m via Newark (EWR).

What is the time difference between Ottawa and Hamilton?

Hamilton is 1 hour ahead of Ottawa (Atlantic Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Hamilton range from C$ 611 to C$ 923, with an average of C$ 768 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 611 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Ottawa to Hamilton?

United Airlines (C$ 517) and Air Canada (C$ 715) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Hamilton according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Ottawa to Hamilton?

Newark (EWR) is the most popular layover for the Ottawa to Hamilton route. 61% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via EWR.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Ottawa to Hamilton?

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 687. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Ottawa to Hamilton, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) had the shortest average connection time for Ottawa to Hamilton layovers at 281 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: C$ 611-C$ 923

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Typical prices: C$ 343-C$ 726

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August

Cheapest • 29% price drop

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Cheapest • Avg C$ 687 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 6h 50m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Hamilton

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

6:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

6h 35m1 stop Newark

2:45 p.m. - 2:09 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

48h 24m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 517United Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

4:46 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

19h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

2:45 p.m. - 2:09 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

24h 24m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 517United Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

6:01 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

18h 39m1 stop Newark

2:50 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

10h 04m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 517United Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

2:52 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

21h 48m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

2:50 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

10h 04m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 517United Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

6:05 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

6h 35m1 stop Newark

2:50 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

8h 45m1 stop Newark

C$ 568United Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

6:01 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

18h 39m1 stop Newark

2:50 p.m. - 9:11 a.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

19h 21m1 stop Newark

C$ 604United Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

10:37 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

26h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

2:50 p.m. - 5:16 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

27h 26m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 604United Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

9:10 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

6h 35m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

5:50 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

7h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 715Air Canada

Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

8:05 p.m. - 12:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

15h 35m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

1:35 p.m. - 9:05 a.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

20h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 729Air Canada

Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

5:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

8h 45m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

6:45 p.m. - 12:44 a.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

6h 59m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 753Multiple Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Ottawa to Hamilton

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

3:10 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

21h 30m1 stop Newark

2:50 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

34h 04m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

C$ 689United Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

5:57 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

18h 43m1 stop Newark

2:50 p.m. - 9:11 a.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

19h 21m1 stop Newark

C$ 689United Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

10:37 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

26h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

2:50 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

34h 04m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

C$ 689United Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

5:10 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

6h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

1:35 p.m. - 12:45 a.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

12h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 715Air Canada

Sun, 20 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

5:10 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

6h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

1:35 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

8h 45m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 741Air Canada

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

6:05 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

6h 35m1 stop Newark

2:50 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

10h 04m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 770United Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

7:30 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

17h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

2:50 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

10h 04m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 775United Airlines

Sun, 20 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

5:10 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

6h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

1:35 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

9h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

C$ 830Air Canada

Sun, 20 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

7:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

26h 20m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National New York John F Kennedy Intl

12:48 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

32h 12m2 stops Philadelphia Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 5,555American Airlines

Sun, 20 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

7:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.YOW Ottawa-BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl

26h 20m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National New York John F Kennedy Intl

3:59 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.BDA Hamilton L.F Wade Intl-YOW Ottawa

23h 56m3 stops Charlotte Douglas New York LaGuardia Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 5,584American Airlines

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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Hamilton flights

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

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Hamilton start at C$ 517. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 611 to C$ 923. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 517 on United Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Hamilton and is 31% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	December
High season	May
Cheapest flight	C$ 204

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 66% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 21% lower on average.

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When to book flights from Ottawa to Hamilton

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

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Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Hamilton?
Flights from Ottawa to Hamilton usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Hamilton L.F Wade Intl (BDA).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Hamilton?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Hamilton.
Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Hamilton pass through?
Connecting flights from Ottawa to Hamilton most commonly pass through:

• Newark (EWR) – 61% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 39% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Hamilton?
On the Ottawa to Hamilton route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 47%. Saturday is the cheapest day at C$ 533 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 996 – a C$ 463 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How long does a flight from Ottawa to Hamilton take?
There are currently no direct flights available from Ottawa to Hamilton. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 50m and 7h 25m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Hamilton?
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 are flight prices from Ottawa to Hamilton looking right now?
One-way fares from Ottawa to Hamilton are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 276, which is 51% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Ottawa to Hamilton?
Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 50m, compared with 7h 25m via Newark (EWR).
What is the time difference between Ottawa and Hamilton?
Hamilton is 1 hour ahead of Ottawa (Atlantic Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Hamilton flight?
Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Hamilton range from C$ 611 to C$ 923, with an average of C$ 768 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 611 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 533 – about C$ 463 less than Sunday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Hamilton trip for August. Fares historically average C$ 542 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,098 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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