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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Saint John (YOW-YSJ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Saint John

Tue, 27 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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5:45 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YSJ Saint John
3h 40m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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11:05 a.m. - 2:17 p.m.YSJ  Saint John-YOW Ottawa
4h 12m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 448Air Canada
Tue, 27 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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5:45 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YSJ Saint John
3h 40m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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11:05 a.m. - 7:52 p.m.YSJ  Saint John-YOW Ottawa
9h 47m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 455Air Canada
Tue, 27 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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5:10 p.m. - 10:25 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YSJ Saint John
16h 15m2 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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11:05 a.m. - 4:32 p.m.YSJ  Saint John-YOW Ottawa
6h 27m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 503Air Canada
Thu, 1 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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9:05 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YSJ Saint John
5h 54m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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5:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.YSJ  Saint John-YOW Ottawa
4h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 535Air Canada
Thu, 1 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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6:45 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YSJ Saint John
8h 14m2 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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5:00 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.YSJ  Saint John-YOW Ottawa
5h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 542Air Canada
Thu, 1 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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6:45 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YSJ Saint John
8h 14m2 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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4:40 p.m. - 12:45 a.m.YSJ  Saint John-YOW Ottawa
9h 05m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 554Air Canada
Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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6:45 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YSJ Saint John
8h 14m2 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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4:40 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.YSJ  Saint John-YOW Ottawa
5h 10m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 594Air Canada
Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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11:15 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YSJ Saint John
3h 44m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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4:40 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.YSJ  Saint John-YOW Ottawa
5h 10m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 594Air Canada
Thu, 1 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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8:55 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YSJ Saint John
24h 05m3 stops Winnipeg Calgary Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:55 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.YSJ  Saint John-YOW Ottawa
11h 40m2 stops Montreal St Hubert Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,066Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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5:35 a.m. - 11:15 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YSJ Saint John
16h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal St Hubert
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6:55 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.YSJ  Saint John-YOW Ottawa
19h 05m3 stops Montreal St Hubert Vancouver Intl Calgary
C$ 1,452Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Saint John flights

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

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Saint John start at C$ 448. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 486 to C$ 746. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 448 on Air Canada.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Saint John and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 33% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Ottawa to Saint John flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

C$ 232
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 18% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Ottawa to Saint John

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Saint John 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 Saint John flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Ottawa to Saint John usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Saint John (YSJ).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Saint John.

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

    Connecting flights from Ottawa to Saint John most commonly pass through:

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 55% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 45% 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 Saint John?

    On the Ottawa to Saint John route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Saturday is the cheapest day at C$ 537 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 794 – a C$ 258 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long does a flight from Ottawa to Saint John take?

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Saint John takes 0h 00m, covering 1,229 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Saint John?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Saint John 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$ 448 to C$ 1,491. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Saint John are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 352.

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

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 32m, compared with 4h 51m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Saint John?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Saint John Airport (YSJ)?

    Saint John Airport (YSJ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 40 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · National

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

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Saint John range from C$ 486 to C$ 746, with an average of C$ 597 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 486 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Saint John 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 instead of Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 537 – about C$ 258 less than Tuesday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Saint John trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 487 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 810 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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