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September 26 - September 27

Cheapest

Best

YOW - Edmonton

$300

$236

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July 25 - July 26

YOW - Edmonton

$292

$237

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July 30 - July 31

YOW - Edmonton

$291

$256

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July 8 - July 9

YOW - Edmonton

$307

$263

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July 8 - July 11

YOW - Edmonton

$310

$263

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July 8 - July 10

YOW - Edmonton

$308

$263

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July 10 - July 11

YOW - Edmonton

$304

$263

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July 7 - July 9

Earliest

YOW - Edmonton

$309

$263

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July 7 - July 11

Earliest

YOW - Edmonton

$311

$263

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July 7 - July 10

Earliest

YOW - Edmonton

$311

$263

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Insights for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

For flights from Ottawa to Edmonton, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect once, with 63% of recent fares being direct. When connecting flights are necessary, most itineraries include 2 stopovers. This provides travelers with options for both direct and connecting services.

When considering cheap flights from Ottawa to Edmonton, prices typically range from $200–$380, with a median of $239. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 46% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that favorable deals are available if you monitor the market. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to set up price alerts.

If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton, the data indicates that April and May are typically the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $231. Following these, June also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $255. Planning your trip during these months could result in savings.

A typical journey from Ottawa to Edmonton takes about 8h 15m including connections. This duration accounts for the median travel time across all observed itineraries, reflecting both direct and connecting options available on this route. The overall distance between Ottawa and Edmonton is approximately 2850 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Edmonton

Regular price: $233 - $554

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton is between $233 and $554. The current lowest deal is $236 with WestJet for travel from Sep 26-Sep 27.

now $236

Low $233

High $554

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton

The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton is April, with a median price of $231. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $849. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

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Flights from $231

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Flights from $849

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Direct flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

WestJet

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Edmonton

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edmonton

Ottawa (YOW) - Edmonton (YEG)

Porter Airlines

$273

$297

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edmonton

Ottawa (YOW) - Edmonton (YEG)

Porter Airlines

$327

$311

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edmonton

Ottawa (YOW) - Edmonton (YEG)

Porter Airlines

$248

$291

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edmonton

Ottawa (YOW) - Edmonton (YEG)

Porter Airlines

$299

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edmonton

Ottawa (YOW) - Edmonton (YEG)

WestJet

$299

$297

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edmonton

Ottawa (YOW) - Edmonton (YEG)

WestJet

$277

$298

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

1 night

Aug 9 - Aug 10

$351 → $279

21%

1 night

Aug 4 - Aug 5

$349 → $280

20%

1 night

Sep 26 - Sep 27

$300 → $236

21%

3 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 11

$421 → $360

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton

Ottawa - Edmonton route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Ottawa to Edmonton are below the typical level of $239.

📅 Best time to fly

April and May are historically cheapest months

Historically, April and May are the cheapest months to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 8h 15m

The median flight time from Ottawa to Edmonton is 8 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

63% of deals are direct flights

Historically, 63% of deals for this route are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet offers direct flights

WestJet offers direct flights from Ottawa to Edmonton, with recent fares around $236.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Edmonton.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$236

Edmonton main airports to arrive at

Edmonton International (YEG)

Cheapest

Edmonton International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton.

📍 ~28 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$236

Airports nearby Edmonton used as alternative

Edmonton International (YEG)

YEG is the primary international airport for the Edmonton area, offering a full range of flight options.

📍 ~30 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$236

Calgary International (YYC)

Cheapest

Calgary International is a major international hub, often with more competitive pricing and global connections.

📍 ~290 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International (YXE)

Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International is a secondary regional hub with decent domestic connectivity.

📍 ~520 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$319

Fort McMurray International (YMM)

Fort McMurray International is a reliable regional airport, useful for northern Alberta travel.

📍 ~380 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$386

Grande Prairie (YQU)

Grande Prairie is an alternative regional departure point for northwestern Alberta and domestic connections.

📍 ~400 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$387

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edmonton

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been around $222. Booking within 7-13 days of departure has shown an average price of $245, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically sees prices rise significantly to an average of $904. Planning ahead by at least a month can lead to more favorable pricing.

A flight from Ottawa to Edmonton is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $200. This threshold is based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, where prices at this level represent the lowest 25% of fares. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter has been $239, with 75% of fares typically falling below $380. Keeping an eye out for prices at or below the $200 mark will help you secure a good value.

Historically, April and May have offered the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Edmonton, with a median price of $231 for both months. June also presents a relatively low median price of $255. The annual median price for this route is $239. While June is also listed as the most expensive month, its median price of $255 is still close to the annual average, indicating consistent pricing across the trailing 270 days.

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Insights for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Edmonton

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton

Direct flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Edmonton

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton

Ottawa - Edmonton route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April and May are historically cheapest months

Median flight time is 8h 15m

63% of deals are direct flights

WestJet offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Edmonton main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Edmonton used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edmonton

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edmonton

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