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$106+ Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to Ottawa (YOW)

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — YOW
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa are usually found in January or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to Ottawa (YOW). 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 April 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$204
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$106
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$290

Good round-trip deal

$213 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:15 pmYVR - YOW
1 stop8h 10mWestJet
Mon 6/25:15 pmYOW - YVR
1 stop8h 10mWestJet
Deal found 4/10$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/217:00 amYVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/286:10 amYOW - YVR
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/217:00 amYVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 44mPorter Airlines
Wed 5/286:35 pmYOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 20mPorter Airlines
Deal found 4/10$269
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Tue 5/2012:50 amYVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 43mAir Canada
Sun 5/259:55 pmYOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 4/10$325

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa 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 April 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa that are best for you.

Fly from

Vancouver Intl

Fly to

Ottawa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverOttawa

YVR - YOW

YVRYOW

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/29

6:15 pm-5:25 am

1 stop8h 10m

Ottawa

Mon 6/2

5:15 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$185

VancouverOttawa

YVR - YOW

YVRYOW

Vancouver Intl

Wed 5/21

7:00 am-2:44 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

Ottawa

Wed 5/28

6:10 am-10:40 am

1 stop7h 30m

$197

VancouverOttawa

YVR - YOW

YVRYOW

Vancouver Intl

Wed 5/21

7:00 am-2:44 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

Ottawa

Wed 5/28

6:35 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$269

VancouverOttawa

YVR - YOW

YVRYOW

Vancouver Intl

Tue 5/20

12:50 am-8:33 am

Nonstop4h 43m

Ottawa

Sun 5/25

9:55 pm-12:11 am

Nonstop5h 16m

$325

VancouverOttawa

YVR - YOW

YVRYOW

Vancouver Intl

Thu 4/24

7:00 am-2:46 pm

Nonstop4h 46m

Ottawa

Fri 4/25

6:55 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$849

VancouverOttawa

YVR - YOW

YVRYOW

Vancouver Intl

Mon 5/12

10:15 pm-6:48 am

1 stop29h 33m

$106

VancouverOttawa

YVR - YOW

YVRYOW

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/1

8:25 am-5:25 am

1 stop18h 00m

$117

VancouverOttawa

YVR - YOW

YVRYOW

Vancouver Intl

Wed 5/28

7:00 am-2:44 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

$130

VancouverOttawa

YVR - YOW

YVRYOW

Vancouver Intl

Sun 5/11

12:50 am-8:33 am

Nonstop4h 43m

$159

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Deals found on 4/10

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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 Vancouver Intl Airport-Ottawa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Vancouver Intl Airport-Ottawa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Vancouver Intl Airport-Ottawa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Vancouver Intl Airport-Ottawa 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 Vancouver Intl Airport-Ottawa 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 Vancouver Intl to Ottawa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ottawa from Vancouver Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa (average of $294). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa in May is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 YVR to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa

Explore weekly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa. 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 April 11, 2025.

The most flights from YVR to YOW are scheduled on a Friday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Ottawa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ottawa ranges from 2.0 - 3.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Ottawa when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Ottawa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ottawa, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. 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 Ottawa. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines, Air Transat and WestJet from Vancouver to Ottawa to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

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
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

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
385 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

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
2,802 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

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
9,085 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

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 Vancouver Intl to Ottawa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ottawa from Vancouver Intl?

    If you book a flight to Ottawa from Vancouver Intl, you will be flying to Ottawa, which is the city’s only airport. Ottawa (YOW) is located 6.6 mi from the center of Ottawa. There are 8 flights from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa round-trip?

    According to our current data, WestJet ($244), Porter Airlines ($269), and Air Canada ($325) offers the cheapest pricing from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa. You may be able to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $106. Porter Airlines flights start at $130 while deals on Air Canada start at $158 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa consider choosing Porter Airlines (88%), Air Transat (88%) or Air China (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa?

    The cheapest flight price from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa is $115. On average you can expect to pay $316. The most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Ottawa), can usually be booked for $237.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa (average of $294). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa in May is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 4 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa. 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 April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$126Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$135Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
Air TransatCheapest$156Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
Air CanadaCheapest$191Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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