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$49+ Cheap flights from Ottawa to Edmonton (YOW - YEG)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YEG
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Ottawa to Edmonton are usually found in January or November, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Edmonton

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Edmonton (YEG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$83
(oojo)

One-way from

$49
(oojo)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$111
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Edmonton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Edmonton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/186:20 amYOW - YEG
1 stop7h 30mPorter Airlines
Tue 2/257:05 amYEG - YOW
1 stop8h 04mPorter Airlines
Deal found 1/20$83
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/510:25 amYOW - YEG
1 stop6h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/261:30 pmYEG - YOW
Nonstop3h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$93
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/58:10 pmYOW - YEG
Nonstop4h 30mWestJet
Mon 3/2412:05 amYEG - YOW
1 stop22h 04mWestJet
Deal found 1/21$229
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/56:00 pmYOW - YEG
1 stop6h 23mAir Canada
Tue 3/2512:05 amYEG - YOW
1 stop8h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$380
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/58:00 amYOW - YEG
3 stops14h 00mCanadian North
Wed 3/268:00 amYEG - YOW
3 stops28h 40mCanadian North
Deal found 1/21$3,937

Find flights from Ottawa to Edmonton within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Edmonton that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Thu 2/13

5:10 pm-12:45 am

1 stop9h 35m

Edmonton

Tue 2/18

8:00 am-2:08 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$84

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Wed 3/5

10:25 am-3:22 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Edmonton

Wed 3/26

1:30 pm-7:19 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

$93

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Wed 3/5

8:10 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Edmonton

Mon 3/24

12:05 am-12:09 am

1 stop22h 04m

$229

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Wed 3/5

6:00 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Edmonton

Tue 3/25

12:05 am-10:37 am

1 stop8h 32m

$380

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Wed 3/5

8:00 am-8:00 pm

3 stops14h 00m

Edmonton

Wed 3/26

8:00 am-2:40 pm

3 stops28h 40m

$3,937

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Sat 3/22

7:20 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

$49

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Tue 3/25

7:20 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

$67

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Thu 6/26

12:20 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$105

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Tue 3/25

5:45 am-10:45 am

1 stop7h 00m

$125

OttawaEdmonton

YOW - YEG

YOWYEG

Ottawa

Thu 6/26

6:40 pm-3:00 pm

3 stops22h 20m

$257

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Ottawa to Edmonton in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-Edmonton flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Ottawa-Edmonton flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Ottawa-Edmonton flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-Edmonton flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Ottawa-Edmonton flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Ottawa to Edmonton including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Edmonton. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa to Edmonton. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton (average of $331). Flying from Ottawa to Edmonton in June is currently the most expensive (average of $473). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to YEG?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Edmonton. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Edmonton

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Edmonton. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

The most flights from YOW to YEG are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Edmonton by month

Plan your trip to Edmonton by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edmonton ranges from 0.5 - 3.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Edmonton when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Edmonton by month

Plan your trip to Edmonton by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edmonton, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 60.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edmonton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edmonton. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edmonton. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with WestJet and Porter Airlines from Ottawa to Edmonton have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
277 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?

Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
277 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
277 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?

Air Transat
7.8
Good
381 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
277 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?

WestJet
7.2
Good
2,829 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
277 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,633 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
277 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Edmonton. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    Booking a flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Edmonton (YEG) is your only option if you wish to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton. On a typical day, there are 3 flights from Ottawa to Edmonton, all of which are around 4h 30m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Edmonton round-trip?

    Flying on Porter Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Edmonton, with prices starting at $83. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by WestJet and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $229 and $380, respectively. Users have found that Porter Airlines is 65% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Ottawa to Edmonton are Porter Airlines ($49), Air Transat ($67), and Air Canada ($125).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    Before booking your flight to Edmonton from Ottawa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (64%), WestJet (52%), Porter Airlines( 42%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    While on average a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton is generally $236, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $64. When looking at the most popular route, (Ottawa - Edmonton), you can expect to pay $88 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Edmonton flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Edmonton.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Edmonton by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton (average of $331). Flying from Ottawa to Edmonton in June is currently the most expensive (average of $473). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to Edmonton

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Edmonton. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$100Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$124Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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