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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,145
Typical prices: C$ 809-C$ 1,305
Air Canada
Wed 28/11Wed 5/12
YOW - YQY • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 614
Typical prices: C$ 619-C$ 823
Air Canada
Wed 5/12
YOW - YQY • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 24% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 964 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Sydney (YOW-YQY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Sydney

Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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12:05 p.m. - 12:26 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YQY Sydney
11h 21m2 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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5:55 a.m. - 4:32 p.m.YQY  Sydney-YOW Ottawa
11h 37m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 1,145Air Canada
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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5:40 p.m. - 12:26 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YQY Sydney
5h 46m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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5:55 a.m. - 11:37 a.m.YQY  Sydney-YOW Ottawa
6h 42m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,145Air Canada
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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5:40 p.m. - 12:26 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YQY Sydney
5h 46m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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5:55 a.m. - 4:32 p.m.YQY  Sydney-YOW Ottawa
11h 37m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 1,145Air Canada
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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5:40 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YQY Sydney
5h 35m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:05 a.m. - 11:37 a.m.YQY  Sydney-YOW Ottawa
6h 32m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,250Air Canada
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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5:40 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YQY Sydney
5h 35m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:05 a.m. - 4:32 p.m.YQY  Sydney-YOW Ottawa
11h 27m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 1,250Air Canada
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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5:10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YQY Sydney
5h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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5:55 a.m. - 11:37 a.m.YQY  Sydney-YOW Ottawa
6h 42m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,253Air Canada
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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5:10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YQY Sydney
5h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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5:55 a.m. - 4:32 p.m.YQY  Sydney-YOW Ottawa
11h 37m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 1,253Air Canada
Tue, 29 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
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5:40 p.m. - 12:26 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YQY Sydney
5h 46m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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5:45 a.m. - 9:47 a.m.YQY  Sydney-YOW Ottawa
5h 02m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,257Air Canada
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Sydney flights

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

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Sydney typically range from C$ 809 to C$ 1,305. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,145, on Air Canada.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Sydney at C$ 730 round-trip.
•November (C$ 1,508) and January (C$ 1,437) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Ottawa to Sydney flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

C$ 614
Beat the crowds with an average 78% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 107% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Ottawa to Sydney

When to book flights from Ottawa to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to Sydney:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    There are currently no direct flights available from Ottawa to Sydney. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 51m and 5h 40m in total, depending on the connection.

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

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

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

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Sydney range from C$ 809 to C$ 1,305, with an average of C$ 955 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 809 counts as a good deal.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about C$ 1,145 to C$ 1,554. That means the highest observed fare was about 35% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 716, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Ottawa to Sydney usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Sydney (YQY).

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

    Connecting flights from Ottawa to Sydney most commonly pass through:

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 90% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Ottawa to Sydney. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 880 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at C$ 1,370, a difference of C$ 490.

    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 Sydney?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 5h 40m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Sydney?

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

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Sydney 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 880, about C$ 490 less than Wednesday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Sydney trip for March. Fares historically average C$ 730 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 778 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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