What percentage of Ottawa to New York flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 53.2% of flights from Ottawa to New York were direct. For flights that included a stopover, the median number of stopovers was one. This suggests that a significant portion of travelers on this route can find non-stop options. However, connecting flights are also a common occurrence.

How long is the flight from Ottawa to New York?

The typical direct flight from Ottawa to New York has a median duration of 1 hour and 35 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to 4 hours and 10 minutes. The air distance between the two cities is 443 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Ottawa to New York?

Historically, good prices on flights from Ottawa to New York are frequent. This route is consistently observed to have favorable deals available. Travelers can typically find attractive fares when searching for this particular journey. The availability of good prices is a regular occurrence across the trailing quarter.

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2026-08-19 – 2026-08-25
YOW - New York
76% AI deal score
CA$616
CA$279
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YOW - New York
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CA$430
CA$280
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CA$433
CA$280
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Ottawa to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to New York

For cheap flights from Ottawa to New York, May and June are typically the most affordable months, with median fares around $244. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $249. These months present the best opportunities for travelers to find lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from Ottawa to New York typically range from $217–$373, with a median of $259. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 31% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find value.

A meaningful share of itineraries between Ottawa and New York are non-stop, with 53.2% of recent fares being direct flights. For the remaining itineraries, most connecting flights typically involve one stopover.

A typical journey from Ottawa to New York takes approximately 3h 22m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with a single stopover, providing a realistic expectation for the total travel time.

The route from Ottawa to New York covers a distance of 443 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel time and available flight options.

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to New York

Regular price: CA$471 - CA$656

Prices for flights from Ottawa to New York are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Ottawa to New York is between 471 CAD and 656 CAD. The current lowest deal is 279 CAD with Porter Airlines for travel from Aug 19-Aug 25.

now CA$279

Low CA$471

High CA$656

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to New York

The cheapest month to fly from YOW to NYC is May, with a median price of $244. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $649. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$244

August

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$649

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Direct flights from Ottawa to New York

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to New York

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$821

CA$470

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$617

CA$321

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$716

CA$324

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$488

CA$327

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$545

CA$331

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$538

CA$306

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Ottawa to New York

6 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 11

CA$716 → CA$324

55%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

CA$677 → CA$306

55%

2 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 20

CA$656 → CA$293

55%

1 night

Aug 18 - Aug 19

CA$656 → CA$297

55%

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to New York

Ottawa - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Ottawa to New York are above the typical level at $279.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May or June for the best prices

Historically, May and June offer the lowest median prices at $244 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 3h 22m

Flights from Ottawa to New York typically take 3 hours and 22 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from Porter Airlines

Porter Airlines offers direct flights, with deals frequently available for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Porter Airlines has current deals

Porter Airlines has a current deal for $279 from Ottawa to New York.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Ottawa to New York are frequent.

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Fly from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International for direct access to flights to New York.

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

💸 Flights from ~$203

New York main airports to arrive at

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Cheapest

Newark Liberty International offers a convenient arrival point for flights from Ottawa to New York.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$203

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County (HPN) is a useful alternative arrival airport, especially for travelers heading to Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

📍 ~40 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$697

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the best prices for flights from Ottawa to New York are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $256. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees an average price of $303, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure can result in an average price of $581. Planning ahead by at least two weeks can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Ottawa to New York is considered to be $217 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $259. Fares typically range, with 75% of prices observed being $373 or less. Aiming for a fare below $217 generally indicates a favorable deal.

Historically, May and June have offered the cheapest flights from Ottawa to New York, with a median price of $244 for both months. January also presents a relatively low median price of $249. The annual median price for this route is $259, indicating that these months typically fall below the yearly average. Travelers looking for more economical options may consider these months.

Ottawa to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to New York

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to New York

Regular price: CA$471 - CA$656

Prices for flights from Ottawa to New York are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Ottawa to New York is between 471 CAD and 656 CAD. The current lowest deal is 279 CAD with Porter Airlines for travel from Aug 19-Aug 25.

now CA$279

Low CA$471

High CA$656

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to New York

The cheapest month to fly from YOW to NYC is May, with a median price of $244. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $649. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$244

August

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$649

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