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September 24 - September 28

Cheapest

YOW - Halifax

$160

$283

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October 6 - October 11

Cheapest

Best

YOW - Halifax

$223

$283

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September 11 - September 18

YOW - Halifax

$150

$284

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October 10 - October 13

Best

YOW - Halifax

$226

$284

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October 1 - October 11

YOW - Halifax

$197

$284

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September 13 - September 19

YOW - Halifax

$150

$286

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September 16 - September 23

YOW - Halifax

$150

$286

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September 9 - September 13

Earliest

YOW - Halifax

$157

$286

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September 10 - September 13

YOW - Halifax

$157

$286

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October 11 - October 18

YOW - Halifax

$221

$286

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Insights for flights from Ottawa to Halifax

Flights from Ottawa to Halifax typically cost $288–$520, with a median of $354. Right now, fares are above the typical level for this route. Currently, new deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Ottawa to Halifax.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Halifax? The data indicates that November and December are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $186. January also presents a good value, with a median fare of $222.

The journey from Ottawa to Halifax covers a distance of 954 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel time and route options.

A typical journey from Ottawa to Halifax takes approximately 4h 3m, including connections. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect once, influencing the overall travel duration for many passengers.

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Halifax

Regular price: $115 - $379

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Ottawa to Halifax.

The regular price range for this route is between $115 and $379. The current lowest deal is $283 with Air Canada, for travel from September 24 to September 28, 2026.

now $283

Low $115

High $379

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Halifax

The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Halifax is November, with a median price of $186. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $465. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $186

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $465

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Direct flights from Ottawa to Halifax

Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Halifax

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Halifax

Ottawa (YOW) - Halifax (YHZ)

Air Canada

$157

$298

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Halifax

Ottawa (YOW) - Halifax (YHZ)

Porter Airlines

$263

$337

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Halifax

Ottawa (YOW) - Halifax (YHZ)

Air Canada

$227

$305

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Halifax

Ottawa (YOW) - Halifax (YHZ)

Porter Airlines

$257

$324

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Halifax

Ottawa (YOW) - Halifax (YHZ)

WestJet

$250

$291

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Halifax

Ottawa (YOW) - Halifax (YHZ)

WestJet

$253

$319

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 7

$335 → $292

13%

3 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 18

$345 → $305

12%

2 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 17

$344 → $305

11%

9 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 18

$336 → $299

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Halifax

Ottawa - Halifax route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Ottawa to Halifax are above the typical level at $283.

📅 Best time to fly

November and December are historically cheapest

Historically, November and December offer the lowest median prices at $186 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 4h 3m

The median flight time from Ottawa to Halifax is 4 hours and 3 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air Canada offers direct flights

Air Canada provides direct flights on this route, with deals available through Skyscanner.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada: 1 direct deal found

Air Canada has 1 direct deal available, with a recent fare of $283.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

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

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Departing from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International is a convenient option for flights to Halifax.

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

💸 Flights from ~$283

Halifax main airports to arrive at

Halifax Stanfield International (YHZ)

Cheapest

Halifax Stanfield International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Halifax.

📍 ~35 km from Halifax city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$283

Airports nearby Halifax used as alternative

Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International (YQM)

Consider this airport for its proximity and direct highway access to Halifax, despite the drive.

📍 ~135 km from Halifax (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$330

Charlottetown (YYG)

This airport is a reliable regional hub, offering another option for your arrival in the area.

📍 ~160 km from Halifax (reachable by car, bridge toll applies)

💸 Flights from ~$389

Saint John (YSJ)

Explore this New Brunswick hub as an alternative, serving major domestic routes to the region.

📍 ~190 km from Halifax (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$344

Fredericton International (YFC)

Cheapest

This capital city airport provides stable regional service, a secondary choice for your trip.

📍 ~270 km from Halifax (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$328

Sydney/J.A. Douglas McCurdy (YQY)

Useful if your final destination is eastern Nova Scotia, but involves a longer journey to Halifax.

📍 ~270 km from Halifax (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$587

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Halifax

Halifax, Canada

46% AI deal score

$567

From YOW

Elite

Jul 22

Halifax, Canada

46% AI deal score

$567

From YOW

Elite

Jul 15

Halifax, Canada

45% AI deal score

$582

From YOW

Elite

Jul 15

Halifax, Canada

45% AI deal score

$582

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Elite

Jul 09

Halifax, Canada

45% AI deal score

$596

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Halifax

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets from Ottawa to Halifax is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this window, the average price for flights was around $273. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $674. For those planning further ahead, tickets bought 60+ days in advance had an average price of $423, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Ottawa to Halifax is considered to be $288 or less. Across the trailing quarter, the median price for this route was $354. About 25% of tickets were found for $288 or less, while 75% of tickets were priced at $520 or less. These figures are based on pricing data observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, November and December have been the cheapest months to fly from Ottawa to Halifax, both with a median price of $186. January also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $222. The annual median price for this route was $354. These trends are based on pricing data observed over a 270-day period.

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Halifax

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Halifax

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Halifax

Direct flights from Ottawa to Halifax

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Halifax

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

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Halifax

Ottawa - Halifax route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November and December are historically cheapest

Median flight time is 4h 3m

Air Canada offers direct flights

Air Canada: 1 direct deal found

Deals are frequent for this route

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Halifax main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Halifax used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Halifax

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