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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Vancouver (YOW-YVR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Vancouver

Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
WestJet Logo
1:20 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 20m1 stop Calgary
WestJet Logo
1:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YOW Ottawa
8h 30m2 stops Kelowna Calgary
C$ 305WestJet
Sat, 17 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
WestJet Logo
4:15 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 25m1 stop Calgary
WestJet Logo
11:05 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YOW Ottawa
10h 55m2 stops Kelowna Calgary
C$ 305WestJet
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 5 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 45m1 stop Edmonton
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:25 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YOW Ottawa
6h 10m1 stop Calgary
C$ 313Multiple Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:15 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 25m1 stop Calgary
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:15 a.m. - 5:40 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YOW Ottawa
6h 25m1 stop Edmonton
C$ 314Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
Porter Airlines Logo
8:40 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 40mdirect
Porter Airlines Logo
11:30 p.m. - 7:13 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YOW Ottawa
5h 43m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 370Porter Airlines
Sat, 24 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
Porter Airlines Logo
9:00 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 20mdirect
Porter Airlines Logo
11:30 p.m. - 7:13 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YOW Ottawa
5h 43m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 378Porter Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Air Canada Logo
7:45 a.m. - 10:29 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 44mdirect
Air Canada Logo
1:00 p.m. - 11:11 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YOW Ottawa
7h 11m1 stop Calgary
C$ 418Air Canada
Sun, 25 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Air Canada Logo
7:45 a.m. - 10:29 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 44mdirect
Air Canada Logo
8:30 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YOW Ottawa
4h 29mdirect
C$ 418Air Canada
Mon, 5 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
Air Transat Logo
6:55 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 20mdirect
Air Transat Logo
9:55 p.m. - 5:37 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YOW Ottawa
4h 42mdirect
C$ 490Air Transat
Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
Air Transat Logo
9:00 a.m. - 11:17 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 17mdirect
Air Transat Logo
9:55 p.m. - 5:40 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YOW Ottawa
4h 45mdirect
C$ 494Air Transat
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport start at C$ 305. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 401 to C$ 649. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 305 on WestJet.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport at C$ 389 round-trip.
  • December (C$ 600) and August (C$ 597) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver

 
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Our travel experts
John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Porter Airlines

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.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Air Canada and WestJet

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.

Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew

Expert on YOW

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.

Lucas Aykroyd

Lucas Aykroyd

Expert on YVR

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.

Key details for Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 211
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (18% more expensive on average)
Flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport

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Your Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport flights:

    • Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Air Transat: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Ottawa and Vancouver Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Air Canada
    • Porter Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Porter Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Transat: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 382 round-trip via Edmonton (YEG), compared to C$ 546 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 40–C$ 138 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    The Embraer 195 E2 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Porter Airlines and Air Transat. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Calgary (YYC) – 80% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Edmonton (YEG) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Hamilton (YHM) – 0% of one-stop connections

    Calgary (YYC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 484 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 532, a difference of C$ 48. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 41 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport flights, with 67% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Vancouver Intl Airport are BC Place Vancouver, Rogers Arena, and Canada Place. These are among the most viewed places in Vancouver Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 10:22 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:55 pm and lands at 12:17 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 22m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 41% above the route average of C$ 508. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport takes 5h 22m, covering 5,712 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    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 Vancouver Intl Airport 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$ 305 to C$ 1,150. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 225, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flying via Calgary (YYC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 28m, compared with 7h 51m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 7h 54m via Winnipeg (YWG).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Vancouver Intl Airport is 3 hours behind Ottawa (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Avis
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo
    · NextCar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport range from C$ 401 to C$ 649, with an average of C$ 508 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 401 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Air Canada is the only airline on the Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Thursday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 484 – about C$ 48 less than Tuesday (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average C$ 389 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 211 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, WestJet is the strongest pick on this route. 89% of WestJet flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 80%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour41 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Edmonton Airport (YEG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 382 round-trip on this route – about C$ 164 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • 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?

 
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

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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Direct returns

Vancouver Intl to Ottawa

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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