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C$ 103 Find Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport

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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl (YOW-YVR)

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

Sun, 31 Aug - Sun, 7 Sep
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5:45 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YOW-YVR
5h 23mdirect
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10:15 a.m. - 12:40 a.m.YVR-YOW
11h 25m2 stops
C$ 219WestJet
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Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
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5:45 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YOW-YVR
5h 23mdirect
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7:00 a.m. - 2:44 p.m.YVR-YOW
4h 44mdirect
C$ 224
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Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
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5:45 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YOW-YVR
5h 23mdirect
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12:00 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.YVR-YOW
9h 40m2 stops
C$ 227WestJet
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Thu, 28 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
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5:45 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YOW-YVR
5h 23mdirect
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12:00 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.YVR-YOW
9h 40m2 stops
C$ 230WestJet
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Fri, 29 Aug - Mon, 1 Sep
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5:45 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YOW-YVR
5h 23mdirect
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6:00 a.m. - 4:19 p.m.YVR-YOW
7h 19m1 stop
C$ 234WestJet
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Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
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5:45 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YOW-YVR
5h 23mdirect
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8:30 a.m. - 6:20 p.m.YVR-YOW
6h 50m1 stop
C$ 235WestJet
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Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
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5:45 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YOW-YVR
5h 23mdirect
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6:00 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.YVR-YOW
7h 20m1 stop
C$ 238WestJet
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Tue, 19 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
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5:45 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YOW-YVR
5h 23mdirect
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5:30 p.m. - 5:25 a.m.YVR-YOW
8h 55m2 stops
C$ 239WestJet
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Wed, 20 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug
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5:45 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YOW-YVR
5h 23mdirect
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5:30 p.m. - 5:25 a.m.YVR-YOW
8h 55m2 stops
C$ 246WestJet
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Sun, 31 Aug - Sun, 7 Sep
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5:45 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YOW-YVR
5h 23mdirect
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7:00 a.m. - 2:44 p.m.YVR-YOW
4h 44mdirect
C$ 263
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Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl

 
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
WestJet

WestJet's Premium cabin offers extra legroom, priority boarding, and two free checked bags on narrowbody aircraft.


WestJet's EconoFlex fare includes a checked bag, seat selection, and free changes or cancellations.

Read more about WestJetby Stefanie Waldek
Porter Airlines

Porter offers free drinks and snacks, enhancing the economy experience with Canadian wines and craft beers.


Porter's newer jets provide wider seats, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and extra-legroom options for added comfort.

Air Canada

Air Canada's Preferred Economy offers up to 10 cm extra legroom, enhancing comfort on longer flights.


Air Canada's Aeroplan program offers free messaging Wi-Fi and high-value business-class redemptions.

Read more about Air Canadaby Stefanie Waldek
Airports
YOW

Ottawa airport's security lines move quickly due to low flight volume, ensuring a smooth departure experience.

Read more about YOWby Mark Stachiew
YVR

The Canada Line train is the most direct and affordable way to reach downtown Vancouver from YVR, with trains every six minutes during peak times.

Read more about YVRby Lucas Aykroyd
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Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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John Walton

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John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew

Expert on YOW

Mark Stachiew

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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Lucas Aykroyd

Lucas Aykroyd

Expert on YVR

Lucas Aykroyd

Lucas Aykroyd

Lucas Aykroyd is an award-winning travel writer based in Vancouver (YVR). His favorite adventures include tracking polar bears in Nunavut and rafting over a waterfall in New Zealand. Lucas has written for the in-flight magazines of Delta, SAS, and Porter Airlines. He is also a National Geographic and Toronto Star contributor.

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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Ottawa to Vancouver Intl flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport?

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Vancouver Airport on a Thursday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport, 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 Vancouver Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost C$ 254 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 538 and C$ 418 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 661 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

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 Vancouver Intl Airport, 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 Vancouver Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flightC$ 103
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport

When to book flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Ottawa to Vancouver Airport flights

  • How much does a taxi from Vancouver International Airport to the city centre cost?

    How much you’ll pay for a taxi is dependent on which one of the 12 zones you’ll be travelling to within the city. Taxi fares range from C$ 20 in zone 1 to C$ 40 in zone 12. For example, Vancouver’s city centre includes zones 8, 9, 10 and 11. However, most hotels and must-see attractions are located in the Downtown/Kitsilano area of zone 8. A fixed taxi fare for zone 8 is C$ 32. Zones 9 (Canada Place/Downtown), 10 (Ballantyne Pier) and 11 (Stanley Park) cost C$ 36, C$ 37 and C$ 38, respectively.

  • Are there any restaurants in the arrivals area of Vancouver International Airport?

    Yes, there are fast food restaurants and cafes located in the arrivals area, most of them open every day until 9:00 pm. Starbucks and White Spot are open until 11:00 pm.

  • Are there any airport services for people travelling in large groups?

    The airport offers a service called Vancouver Skycap Porters, which helps passengers with their luggage from the baggage claim area to their vehicle. You’ll pay a flat fee of C$ 10 for up to three pieces of luggage, including pet carriers, and an extra C$ 2 for each additional piece. They have a first come first served policy, so there is no need to book the service in advance.

  • Can I travel from Vancouver International Airport straight to Whistler?

    Vancouver International Airport is the only international airport in Canada servicing Whistler. Travellers can catch a long-distance bus, called the YVR Whistler Skylynx, from the airport, departing from level 2 of the arrivals area of the international terminal. Schedules vary according to the season and tickets can be bought online or directly at the counter on level 2. A one-way ticket costs C$ 65 and discounts are often available for tickets purchased online.

  • How can people who want to take a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver get from the city centre to Ottawa International Airport?

    There really are five ways to get from Central Ottawa to YOW: by tram, taxi, car, towncar, or bus. The cheapest alternative is busing, which usually takes 34 minutes & costs roughly 3 CAD. The quickest and least expensive way to go from Central Ottawa to Ottawa Airport is via taxis, which runs for 14 minutes & costs approximately 28 CAD.

  • Are there any accessible services available at the Ottawa International Airport for those with disabilities traveling from Ottawa to Vancouver?

    Parking for automobiles with a registered disability license plate placard is permitted in all garages at Ottawa International Airport. There are accessible lavatories and facilities at every terminal. For individuals who want to go upstairs, elevators are available in all terminals and garages. Wheelchair services are also offered at the airport if necessary, but it is encouraged that individuals who need them make arrangements with their airlines.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport was C$ 75 for a one-way ticket and C$ 159 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport?

    Only Air Canada offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Ottawa to Vancouver Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport?

    The Embraer 195 E2 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Ottawa to Vancouver Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Ottawa and Vancouver Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport?

    There are direct flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ottawa to Vancouver are Porter Airlines and Air Transat. With an average price for the route of C$ 431 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$ 490 and an overall rating of 7.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport?

    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 Vancouver Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Vancouver Airport from Ottawa is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport?

    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 Vancouver Airport 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 Vancouver Airport?

    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 Vancouver Airport 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 Vancouver Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 193 or less one-way and C$ 376 or less round-trip.
  • Your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver will arrive at the domestic flights terminal of Vancouver International Airport (YVR). If this is a connecting flight, the international fligthts terminal is within walking distance in the same main terminal building.
  • Unless you're travelling with a lot of luggage that may potentially make travelling more challenging, the easiest way to go from the airport to the city centre is by taking the Canada Line express train to downtown Vancouver (30min) or downtown Richmond (18min). A one-way ticket costs C$ 9.50.
  • If you’ve arranged with your accommodation for a complimentary shuttle to pick you up from the airport, all vehicles, regardless of which hotel they service, pick up passengers on the green canopy area outside level 1 of the domestic flight’s terminal. In case of a delay or a no-show, use one of the courtesy phones available nearby.
  • For passengers in need of emotional support or a space to practice their faith, there’s an interfaith chapel on level 2 of the arrivals area in the international terminal, open 24/7. Volunteers are available every day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
  • If you need to rest after your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver, book a room for four, six or eight hours at the onsite Fairmount Vancouver Airport Hotel after you’ve landed at Vancouver International Airport.
  • The great majority of travellers prefer to arrive at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) while flying from Ottawa to Vancouver. The adjacent cities of Richmond, Burnaby, and New Westminster can be readily explored by passengers flying to YVR Airport from prominent Ottawa airports, like Ottawa International Airport (YOW), via taxi, car rentals, or buses.
  • While there are several airports that connect travellers from Ottawa to Vancouver, such as Abbotsford International Airport (YXX), the majority of business travellers choose to fly into YVR Airport. YVR Airport is a popular among business travellers due to its proximity to Vancouver city core, where the majority of company offices are located in the west coast seaport in British Columbia.
  • The majority of passengers who travel from Ottawa to Vancouver by plane depart through Ottawa International Airport. Many passengers favor YOW Airport over other nearby airports because of its superior access to more economical public transit links, even though other nearby airports like Montreal Trudeau Airport (YUL) may as well connect them to Vancouver from Ottawa.

Prefer to fly direct from Ottawa to Vancouver Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Ottawa Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Ottawa to Vancouver Intl

Monday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +10 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +11 more

Tuesday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +9 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +10 more

Wednesday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +9 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +10 more

Thursday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +11 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +12 more

Friday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +9 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +10 more

Saturday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +9 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +10 more

Sunday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +10 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +11 more

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Direct returns

Vancouver Intl to Ottawa

Monday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +11 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +12 more

Tuesday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +10 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +11 more

Wednesday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +10 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +11 more

Thursday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +10 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +11 more

Friday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +11 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +12 more

Saturday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +9 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +10 more

Sunday

ANA,Aeromexico,Air Canada, +9 more

ANA,Aeromexico, +10 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ottawa to Vancouver. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Porter AirlinesOverall score based on 318 reviews
7.6Food
8.0Comfort
8.2Boarding
7.0Entertainment
8.7Crew
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

7 hour layover was a drag. Free internet on the long leg was great.

From vancouver go calgary nd vice vetsa fligjt was delayed

It was good! Short flight and it was on time!

Asked to cancel flight 6 days in advance of flight back to St. Louis, MO. Would not allow. No credit either.

Crew was nice especially by North American standards. Bad good. No entertainment screens. Terrible WiFi

This flight was better than the first. Two of the flight attendants were wonderful at supporting m through nausea and vomiting through the flight. No tv, no food, very interesting. I’ve never paid for wifi (just the $3 chatting) until these 2 flights. This experience has changed my opinion on layovers. Idk if I’ll ever do one again

Flights were cancelled setting me in panic mode since my much needed weekend escape with friends was only a short one. No apologies given at the airport nor on the plane. Flight was rescheduled

Not the greatest experience everything was pretty mediocre. My seat was by the washroom in the aisle and was not located well as everyone past each other people were right in my seat and space.

Lots of overhead storage, good crew, good service, smooth landing.

We didn’t make the flight due to Delta’s check in line moving too slow.

Everything could have been better from the planes not being delayed to the rudeness of staff to it was just horrible will not use kayak again or Air Canada I can't see what would ever change my mind now

Aircanada was not great. Didn't get anything to eat. No snacks. No entertainment. Horrible checking in.

luggage and cary on were extra, as well as seat selection. $240.00 was added to the final price tag.

The checking of my carry-on was not the greatest idea. It was selected for a security check in Toronto and didn't make it to my connecting flight. Fortunately Air Canada delivers late luggage to Whistler so I got it at 2 A M.

My entertainment system was very jittery. Of course no food unless you pay, and even then choices are very limited. I got a free beer, though.

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.

My luggage passed security but just before boarding the plane I watched as my luggage was thrown on the belt to enter the plane in Windsor and my luggage cover was half off. it was damaged before even making it onto the plane! I’ve had the luggage and covered for a year and have never had any issues. I mentioned it to an Air Canada employee who told me to use the app to make the crew aware of this (she said so they could fix it) but sure enough my luggage was damaged with no cover in sight! I sent an email to AC that was ignored. Awful experience! Also, a 4.5 hour flight and you are offered pretzels or a cheap single cookie?? Wow. The return flight did not have any entertainment available unless you used your own device and their wifi. The USB plug on the back of the seat did not charge my phone so my battery drained by using it for a short period of time. There was no warning that this was the case prior to boarding the aircraft. Lastly, the plane was freezing. I asked if they had any small blankets (which used to be standard) and was told they were only for the front section. Would never fly AC again!

Just a little improvement on food but everything is excellent

Enjoyed the flights with Air Canada. Friendly, courteous staff and flight crew - kept us informed and efficiently got us boarded and to destination on time. Seats were reasonably comfortable and good room in the overhead spaces.

Almost no food given on a 5-hour flight (only a cookie, which is almost a joke). Boarding was a mess (as always, in Montreal boarding by zones is chaotic and the lines are a total mess). The entertainment system was old and with a limited selection.

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