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August 25 - August 28

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Best

YOW - Calgary

$323

$215

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July 28 - August 22

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YOW - Calgary

$199

$215

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July 28 - August 20

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YOW - Calgary

$199

$215

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July 10 - August 7

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YOW - Calgary

$201

$215

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July 28 - August 25

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YOW - Calgary

$199

$215

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August 11 - September 8

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YOW - Calgary

$274

$215

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August 11 - September 5

Cheapest

YOW - Calgary

$274

$215

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August 12 - August 28

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YOW - Calgary

$282

$215

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July 30 - August 28

Cheapest

YOW - Calgary

$199

$215

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August 11 - August 13

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YOW - Calgary

$324

$215

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Calgary

For cheap flights from Ottawa to Calgary, prices typically range from $227–$529, with a median of $394. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Calgary, May stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $214. Following May, June offers a median fare of $352, while January presents a median of $401. These months generally offer more competitive pricing compared to other times of the year.

A typical journey from Ottawa to Calgary takes approximately 8h 28m, including connections. Given that a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once, this median duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries. Most itineraries that do connect will typically involve 1 stopover.

The route from Ottawa to Calgary covers a distance of 2879 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance means you can expect a substantial travel time, often involving a full day of travel when accounting for connections and airport procedures. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find available flights.

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Calgary

Regular price: $232 - $360

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Ottawa to Calgary is $232-$360. The current lowest deal is $215 with WestJet for travel from Aug 25-Aug 28.

now $215

Low $232

High $360

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Calgary

The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Calgary is May, with a median price of $214. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $642. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

May

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Flights from $214

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Flights from $642

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Direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary

WestJet

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Calgary

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

$204

$220

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

$218

$223

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

$221

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

$201

$215

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

$221

$222

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

$205

$223

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

$401 → $262

35%

5 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 9

$390 → $255

35%

5 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 16

$389 → $260

33%

6 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 30

$383 → $263

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Calgary

Ottawa - Calgary route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Ottawa to Calgary are above the typical level at $215.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $214.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights, 8h 28m median duration

Flights to Calgary typically last 8h 28m, covering a distance of 2879 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights

Approximately 52% of recent deals are for direct flights, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet offers direct flights

WestJet has offered direct flights on this route, providing a convenient option for travelers.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

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

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Fly from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International for convenient departures to Calgary.

📍 ~0 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Calgary main airports to arrive at

Calgary International (YYC)

Cheapest

Calgary International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Ottawa to Calgary.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Airports nearby Calgary used as alternative

Edmonton International (YEG)

Cheapest

Edmonton International is a major international hub with a comparable flight network to Calgary.

📍 ~290 km from Calgary (approximately a 3-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$236

Kelowna International (YLW)

Kelowna International is a significant regional hub with frequent connections to major Canadian cities.

📍 ~390 km from Calgary (long drive involving mountain passes)

💸 Flights from ~$260

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International (YXC)

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International is geographically closer than Edmonton or Kelowna, offering premium options.

📍 ~270 km from Calgary

💸 Flights from ~$319

Lethbridge (YQL)

Lethbridge is the closest airport to Calgary in this list, primarily serving as a feeder.

📍 ~170 km from Calgary

💸 Flights from ~$954

Glacier Park International (FCA)

Glacier Park International is a useful alternative for travelers specifically destined for the United States.

📍 ~330 km from Calgary (requires an international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$495

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Calgary

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Calgary

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets from Ottawa to Calgary is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. Flights booked in this window had an average price of $324. For comparison, tickets bought 0-6 days out averaged $686, while those purchased 7-13 days out averaged $665. Prices generally increased for bookings made 60 or more days in advance, averaging $388.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Ottawa to Calgary was $227 or less. The median price for this route was $394. Approximately 25% of all fares observed in the trailing 90 days were at or below the $227 threshold, indicating a competitive market for budget-conscious travelers.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Calgary, with a median price of $214. June also offered relatively lower prices, with a median of $352. The annual median price for this route was $394, making May a particularly attractive month for savings compared to other times of the year.

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Insights for flights from Ottawa to Calgary

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Calgary

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Calgary

Direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Calgary

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

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Calgary

Ottawa - Calgary route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in May for the lowest prices

Medium-haul flights, 8h 28m median duration

Mixed availability of direct flights

WestJet offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Calgary main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Calgary used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Calgary

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