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C$ 171 Find Cheap Flights from Ottawa to New York

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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to New York (YOW-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ottawa to New York 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 Ottawa to New York

Thu, 4 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
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10:50 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.YOW-EWR
1h 40mdirect
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6:25 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.EWR-YOW
1h 40mdirect
C$ 272Porter Airlines
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Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
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4:05 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.YOW-EWR
1h 35mdirect
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2:15 p.m. - 3:56 p.m.EWR-YOW
1h 41mdirect
C$ 276Porter Airlines
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Thu, 4 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
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9:35 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.YOW-EWR
5h 55m1 stop
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8:55 a.m. - 12:59 p.m.EWR-YOW
4h 04m1 stop
C$ 277Porter Airlines
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Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
Porter Airlines Logo
11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.YOW-EWR
5h 30m1 stop
Porter Airlines Logo
12:00 p.m. - 6:09 p.m.EWR-YOW
6h 09m1 stop
C$ 279Porter Airlines
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Thu, 4 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
Porter Airlines Logo
9:35 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.YOW-EWR
5h 55m1 stop
Porter Airlines Logo
6:25 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.EWR-YOW
1h 40mdirect
C$ 280Porter Airlines
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Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
Porter Airlines Logo
11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.YOW-EWR
5h 30m1 stop
Porter Airlines Logo
6:25 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.EWR-YOW
1h 40mdirect
C$ 283Porter Airlines
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Thu, 4 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
Air Canada Logo
6:00 a.m. - 9:32 a.m.YOW-LGA
3h 32m1 stop
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7:05 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.LGA-YOW
3h 20m1 stop
C$ 306Air Canada
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Sat, 13 Sep - Sat, 20 Sep
Air Canada Logo
2:40 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.YOW-LGA
3h 50m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
5:45 p.m. - 10:04 p.m.LGA-YOW
4h 19m1 stop
C$ 316Air Canada
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Thu, 11 Dec - Sun, 14 Dec
Air Canada Logo
10:15 a.m. - 2:28 p.m.YOW-LGA
4h 13m1 stop
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6:05 a.m. - 9:42 a.m.LGA-YOW
3h 37m1 stop
C$ 327Air Canada
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Fri, 26 Sep - Mon, 29 Sep
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9:55 p.m. - 9:47 a.m.YOW-JFK
11h 52m1 stop
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9:00 a.m. - 12:22 a.m.JFK-YOW
15h 22m2 stops
C$ 526
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Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Ottawa to New York

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Porter Airlines

Porter offers free drinks and snacks, enhancing the short-haul flight experience.


Porter’s no middle seats policy ensures a window or aisle seat for every passenger.

Air Canada

Air Canada’s Preferred Economy seats offer up to 10 cm extra legroom.


Air Canada offers Wi-Fi on select flights; check availability five days prior.

Read more about Air Canadaby Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

United’s Economy Plus seats provide up to 15 cm more legroom.


United offers Priority Boarding to avoid overhead bin space issues.

Airports
YOW

Ottawa airport offers quick security lines due to low flight volume, making it ideal for business travelers with early departures.

Read more about YOWby Mark Stachiew
EWR

For a quick trip to NYC from EWR, take the AirTrain to NJ Transit or Amtrak for a 35-minute ride to Penn Station.

Read more about EWRby Stefanie Waldek
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Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew has been exploring the world and writing about it for more than 30 years. His travel stories have appeared in numerous newspapers, magazines and online publications in Canada, the United States and beyond.

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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Ottawa to New York flights

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

What is the cheapest Ottawa to New York flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Ottawa to New York.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Ottawa to New York cost C$ 300 and was between Ottawa (YOW) and Newark Airport (EWR). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is C$ 300.

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to New York on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Ottawa, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to New York?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Ottawa to New York, 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 New York is June, where tickets cost C$ 334 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 430 and C$ 412 respectively.

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

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$ 569, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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 New York, 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 Ottawa to New York, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 51% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flightC$ 171
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Ottawa to Newark Liberty Airport

When to book flights from Ottawa to New York

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

  • How much is a taxi from Newark Airport to New York’s city centre?

    A metred taxi from Newark Airport to New York will cost around $57 (C$ 76), which already includes the initial charge of $3 (C$ 4) and the $15 (about C$ 20) for the Lincoln Tunnel toll. If you take an Uber, expect to pay approximately $40 (C$ 54) for the same route, including the toll.

  • How much is a taxi from LaGuardia Airport to New York’s city centre?

    On average, expect to pay about $40 (C$ 54) for a cab ride from LaGuardia to the city centre. Please note that all taxis are metred and the metre should read $3 (C$ 4) when you enter the vehicle. Expect to pay around the same amount for a rideshare.

  • Which airport in New York has pet relief areas?

    All airports in New York have pet relief areas, including the ones you’ll most likely travel to from Ottawa. At LaGuardia, the most convenient area for arriving passengers is just outside the baggage claim area of Terminal C. At Newark Airport, you’ll find pet relief areas in Terminal C.

  • How do I travel from LaGuardia Airport to New York using public transportation?

    To travel to one of New York's neighbourhoods or to a subway station, you must take one of the MTA buses that depart from Terminal C. The bus that you choose will depend on your final destination. For example, if you're travelling to Manhattan, North of 59th Street, you must take the M60 SBS bus, but if you're travelling South of 59th Street, you must take Q70 SBS LaGuardia Link. A one-way ticket costs $2.75 (about C$ 3.70), and it's easier to pay for your fare with a MetroCard, which can be purchased at the airport.

  • How do I travel from Newark Airport to New York using public transportation?

    From Newark Airport, you can take the NJ Express Bus that departs from bus stop 5 at Terminal A and stops at Grand Central Station. From Terminal C, take the bus that leaves from stops 5 and 6 towards Port Authority Bus Terminal on 41st Street. A one-way ticket costs $18 (about C$ 24).

  • How can I easily go from the city center to Ottawa International Airport (YOW)?

    The quickest way to go from the city center to Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is by car, which willon average take between 15 and 20 minutes in total. Otherwise, you can take public transportation, such as the VIA Rail line, which will bring you to the airport in around 45 minutes to 1 hour.

  • Is there anywhere to shower at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

    If you would like to unwind after a long day of traveling, you can always take a shower at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Shower facilities are available at a few different lounges, including the Primeclass Lounge. There are also shower facilities available at the TWA Hotel and the Minute Suites.

  • Is it possible to rent a car once I have landed at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)?

    Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) has a car rental center that is accessible via the AirTrain to Station P3. There are a few different rental companies that have offices at the airport, including Alamo, National, and Thrifty.

  • What kinds of parking options are available at Ottawa International Airport (YOW)?

    If you will be driving to Ottawa International Airport (YOW), there are a few different parking options that you can choose from. The P1 parking garage offers parking for up to 24 hours and typically uses an hourly rate. The P4 parking garage offers long-term parking options, including daily, weekly, and monthly rates.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ottawa to New York?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ottawa to New York was C$ 124 for a one-way ticket and C$ 197 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Ottawa to New York?

    When flying out of Ottawa you will be using Ottawa. You will be landing at one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia.

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

    Air Canada, WestJet, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Ottawa to New York flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Ottawa to New York?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ottawa to New York?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ottawa to New York are Porter Airlines and Air Transat. With an average price for the route of C$ 370 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$ 435 and an overall rating of 7.7.

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

    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 New York.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to New York?

    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 New York with an airline and back to Ottawa with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ottawa to New York?

    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 New York from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 297 or less one-way and C$ 395 or less round-trip.
  • Your nonstop flight from Ottawa to New York will land at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) if you’re flying with Delta, or at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) if you’re flying with United Airlines or Air Canada.
  • LaGuardia Airport has a bad reputation for delayed flights but is 30min from the city centre with good public transportation connections. Newark Airport is quieter and handles fewer flights than the other major airports in New York but knowing how long it will take you to reach the city centre is always dependent on how bad traffic is at Lincoln Tunnel.
  • In Newark, the AirTrain is the simplest way to travel between terminals, and from the airport to the city centre. From LaGuardia, it’s best to take a taxi or a rideshare like an Uber.
  • When booking your flight from Ottawa to New York, after you’ve chosen your favourite airport check your arrival terminal. At LaGuardia, you'll most likely land at Terminal C. At Newark Airport, you will arrive at Terminal C if flying with United Airlines and at Terminal A if flying with Air Canada.
  • When compared to LaGuardia, Newark Airport has more cafe and restaurant options in both Terminals A and C for arriving passengers to choose from.
  • To unwind after a long day of traveling, you may want to indulge in a spa treatment at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The BeRelax spa can be found in Terminal 5 near Gates 6 and 7 and offers a variety of massages, as well as manicures and pedicures.
  • If you have some extra time before your flight begins boarding at Ottawa International Airport (YOW), consider relaxing in one of the lounges. Both the Aspire Lounge and the Air Canada Lounge can be found near Gate 18.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to New York

 
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8.0
Porter AirlinesOverall score based on 318 reviews
7.6Food
7.0Entertainment
8.7Crew
8.0Comfort
8.2Boarding
Airline reviews

All good the seats a little tight and no I pad screen

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2025YYZ - RSW
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All good the seats a little tight and no I pad screen

Everything was good except the fact you charge more for a carry on bag vs a check in bag and to top it off in US$ that was not impressive

Our flight was cancelled at the last minute for maintenance reasons and we were rebooked on a late flight when we purposefully booked our flight to be home early due to work.

Seemed like an old plane. Very noisy. The seat cushions were so old that the metal bracing of the seats were poking through. There was plenty of leg room though.

Flight was delayed over 2 hours, then landed at a different airport!

The whole experience from check in to deboarding was fantastic.

Just an evening before they canceled my ticket and offered me ticket costing 3 x times more than. I will not fall prey to these scams,Will never book through kayak now. Such a bad experience.

was okay except.. 1)the porter check in webpage doesn't let you print your boarding pass from home 2)that there was a 90 min cut off for checking in on the kiosk in general, and to print a boarding pass, even tho i checked in online already....

Great! Personable crew. I love that they pour complimentary beer and wine.

I love the 2 seats per row. More room. The crew were excellent.

Check in slow even though completed online check in, there was no bag drop available so had to query for 90mins as only 2 staff on desks.

Flying to a far away destination is a miracle in itself, so please take these with a grain of salt. The seats are a bit tired, and need a freshen up. The entertainment could be a bit newer, especially with all services available now. The food really is where we need help. But again, flying is a privilege, so all is good.

Not so much porter it's your site! Not good

They are a sister company with Air Transat and the two companies do not work well together. If you have any issues the two companies will blame each other and you will miss your flights. The help line does not help

Never book through a third party. Book through Air transats website. Terrible process to get help and many issues happen with them and sister companies because half the flights you book with them aren’t even through air transat.

The plane was pretty full, and we dis not have any includes meal for our 4h30 flight? And on-board entertainment wasn't available, there was no TV or plugging to charger your device on the plane. They told us to download an app if we wanted to watch movies but it never connected, that was a disappointment, the r we st was very good though and the crew were really nice!

Seats were very tight especially for first leg of trip.

Not necessarily a Transat issue but it took 2 hours to go through immigration. Tried to reach out to Transat for resolution but was unable to reach an agent.

The flight was excellent, once it started, however we were delayed two hours when the first plane’s engines wouldn’t start. They found another identical plane and transferred us and our luggage in under two hours and made up almost an hour in the air.

Really low cost trip for the huge amount I paid…o paid 550 dollars just for the trip, one way trip, plus 95 for 1 luggage’s and the second 135 dollars…no blanket, not headphones for entertainment, food was served after 3 hours and 2 hours after, breakfast was served Bad, low cost company for high prices

Not good , late, and long. We came home so late and spent so much time flying around and taxiing

Terrible. Delayed 7 hours, and cancelled the flight, leaving me stranded and out of pocket $500 for an alternative last minute flight

Food was terrible. Crew was kind but skipped over my row for providing sandwiches and beverages.

Not a great experience. We paid for the upgrade for premium economy seats and seated ourselves in very comfortable seats. Someone came along with the same seat on their boarding pass. The aircraft had been changed and as a result we were booted out and sent further back to small uncomfortable seats. After complaining we were moved to emergency row seats, which gave us more leg room but the seats don’t recline. For people in our 70’s we found having to sit upright from California to NJ very uncomfortable. Not sure why they chose to move senior citizens instead of the two people that were allowed to take the more comfortable seats. Not happy.

More racist flight attandants maybe because i sm an attracticted darkskin latino man but once again bad flight attamdants they ignored me the whole flight even the woman sitting next to me notice how rude they were towards me i really never want to fly united or american airlines they alawsys have the rudesslt and racist flight attandants

We loved the United lounge near our gate and a rep named Aimee who was GREAT

Cramped seat even in economy plus seat 10A. Over booked flight, no space for the bags

Awful. There was a minor problem with a fridge and they had us 2 hours in the runway before take off. The paper work alone took them half hour. There was no attemp to make up time up while in teansit and when we arrived, they had us another half hour in the plane because of traffic. I, and a bunch of people, lost their onnection flights for 5 to 10 minutes. Not even the attemp to wait given thar all delays, but the taxing, were United's fault. Then another 45 mins to get an agent and no flight alternatives for 2 days. Im am very disapointed with this "premium carrier".

Very comfortable (upgraded to business class). The audio on my screen didn’t work, but I managed to play the audio through my phone while watching the screen.

Flight was On time and landed 30 mins early considering we were flying into Newark. No complaints.

Flight got delayed for no reason. And Air Canada was doing 3 boardings via the same gate. It was chaotic!

Friendly efficient crew, but plane had no way to charge phone. That is a near necessity with today’s travel where we carry out travel documents on our phones.

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.

Registered my luggage at 5pm. Arrived at JFK at 1:00 am. Worst trip ever. Never again

Air Canada never runs on time. You’re lucky if your flight is not cancelled or diverted. Worst airline in the world for gas lighting its customers.

Just a little improvement on food but everything is excellent

They lost my checked in luggage, why do I pay for my cargo not arriving at the same destination as me?

Poor planning meant the plane was delayed an hour, then a thunder storm started and the ground staff couldn't work. Eventual arrival in Santiago was 3 hours late resulting in missed connections and the need to buy new tickets.

All was fine. Weather was a bit stormy, but nothing kayak can do about that! 😊

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