What percentage of Ottawa to New York flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 15.9% of flights from Ottawa to New York were direct. When a connection is necessary, flights typically involve 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes include at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Ottawa to New York?

The median direct flight time from Ottawa to New York is 1 hour and 33 minutes, covering a distance of 443 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, typically around 5 hours and 47 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

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

Historically, flights from Ottawa to New York regularly show good prices. This route is classified as having regular deal availability across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can typically find competitive fares when planning their trips between these two cities.

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Ottawa to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to New York

When planning cheap flights from Ottawa to New York, you'll find that May stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $187. August is another cost-effective option, showing a median fare of $204. February also presents a relatively lower median fare at $332, offering additional flexibility for budget-conscious travelers.

Fares for flights from Ottawa to New York typically range from $316–$634, with a median price of $419. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only about 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals for this route show up several times a week, suggesting regular opportunities to find competitive prices.

Most itineraries for flights from Ottawa to New York connect at least once, with only 15.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means that while direct flights from Ottawa to New York are available, you are more likely to encounter routes with one or more stops.

A typical journey from Ottawa to New York takes about 1h 33m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median flight time is also 1h 33m. However, connecting flights significantly extend the travel time, with a median duration of 9h 27m, so factoring in layovers is crucial for your travel plans.

The distance between Ottawa and New York is 443 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick flight times for non-stop options, making it a convenient trip for travelers seeking a quick getaway.

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to New York

Regular price: CA$242 - CA$419

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

The regular price range for this route is CAD 242-CAD 419. The current lowest deal is CAD 218 with Porter Airlines for travel from Dec 9-Dec 16.

now CA$218

Low CA$242

High CA$419

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 $187. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1196. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$187

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$1,196

Jan

Feb

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Ottawa to New York

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to New York

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$378

CA$398

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$247

CA$353

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$259

CA$353

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$368

CA$380

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$418

CA$445

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$414

CA$419

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 25 - Dec 29

CA$456 → CA$318

30%

4 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 23

CA$403 → CA$290

28%

6 nights

Nov 17 - Nov 23

CA$383 → CA$282

26%

5 nights

Jan 15 - Jan 20

CA$372 → CA$282

24%

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Ottawa - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Ottawa to New York are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $187, followed by August at $204.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 33m

The typical direct flight from Ottawa to New York takes 1 hour and 33 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 15.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting routes typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Porter Airlines offers direct flights

Porter Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route are typically available on a regular basis.

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International is a convenient option for flights from Ottawa to New York.

📍 Located in Ottawa, ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~CA$285

New York main airports to arrive at

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Cheapest

Newark Liberty International Airport is a good option for flights from Ottawa to New York.

📍 ~14 km from New York city center (reachable by car, bus, train).

💸 Flights from ~CA$286

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport is a useful alternative for travelers in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$706

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Ottawa to New York are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for this booking window was $489. Booking 14-27 days out typically saw an average price of $564, while waiting until 7-13 days before departure resulted in a significantly higher average price of $1155. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out had an average price of $525.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Ottawa to New York is considered to be $316 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of fares observed across the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during the same period was $419, while prices in the upper quartile typically reached $634.

Historically, May and August have offered the cheapest flights from Ottawa to New York. In May, the median price was $187, and in August, it was $204. February also showed a relatively lower median price of $332. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $419.

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$242 - CA$419

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

The regular price range for this route is CAD 242-CAD 419. The current lowest deal is CAD 218 with Porter Airlines for travel from Dec 9-Dec 16.

now CA$218

Low CA$242

High CA$419

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 $187. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1196. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$187

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$1,196

Jan

Feb

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Ottawa to New York

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to New York

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$378

CA$398

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$247

CA$353

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$259

CA$353

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$368

CA$380

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$418

CA$445

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - New York

Ottawa (YOW) - New York (EWR)

Porter Airlines

CA$414

CA$419

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 25 - Dec 29

CA$456 → CA$318

30%

4 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 23

CA$403 → CA$290

28%

6 nights

Nov 17 - Nov 23

CA$383 → CA$282

26%

5 nights

Jan 15 - Jan 20

CA$372 → CA$282

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to New York

Ottawa - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Ottawa to New York are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $187, followed by August at $204.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 33m

The typical direct flight from Ottawa to New York takes 1 hour and 33 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 15.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting routes typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Porter Airlines offers direct flights

Porter Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route are typically available on a regular basis.

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International is a convenient option for flights from Ottawa to New York.

📍 Located in Ottawa, ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~CA$285

New York main airports to arrive at

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Cheapest

Newark Liberty International Airport is a good option for flights from Ottawa to New York.

📍 ~14 km from New York city center (reachable by car, bus, train).

💸 Flights from ~CA$286

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport is a useful alternative for travelers in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

New York, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

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Ottawa to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to New York

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to New York

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to New York

Direct flights from Ottawa to New York

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to New York

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

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to New York

Ottawa - New York route insights

Fares are near the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Direct flights average 1h 33m

Connecting flights are dominant

Porter Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Ottawa main airports to depart from

New York main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

Best Elite deals to New York

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Nov 26

Nov 14

Nov 13

Nov 25

Dec 01

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Nov 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

How early should I book Ottawa to New York flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Ottawa to New York?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Ottawa to New York?

What percentage of Ottawa to New York flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Ottawa to New York?

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

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Ottawa to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to New York

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to New York

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to New York

Direct flights from Ottawa to New York

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to New York

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

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to New York

Ottawa - New York route insights

Fares are near the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Direct flights average 1h 33m

Connecting flights are dominant

Porter Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Ottawa main airports to depart from

New York main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

Best Elite deals to New York

Feb 20

Feb 03

Nov 26

Nov 14

Nov 13

Nov 25

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 01

Nov 17

Nov 17

Nov 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

How early should I book Ottawa to New York flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Ottawa to New York?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Ottawa to New York?