What percentage of Ottawa to Calgary flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 37.3% of flights from Ottawa to Calgary have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed is one. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How long does it take to fly from Ottawa to Calgary?

A direct flight from Ottawa to Calgary typically takes about 4 hours and 30 minutes. This is based on an average direct flight duration of 270 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 11 hours and 20 minutes, or 680 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 2879 kilometers.

How often do Ottawa to Calgary flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Ottawa to Calgary route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may have regular opportunities to find more affordable fares. Monitoring price trends over the trailing 30 days can be beneficial for securing a good deal. The frequent price fluctuations indicate a dynamic market for this route.

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Ottawa to Calgary: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Calgary

For cheap flights from Ottawa to Calgary, fares typically range from $288 to $551, with a median price of $420. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly lower prices can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Calgary? The data shows that May is the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of just $214. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $352, followed by January at a median of $401. Planning your trip during these months could lead to considerable savings.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 37.3% of recent fares being direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should expect to factor in at least one stop when planning your journey.

A typical journey from Ottawa to Calgary takes approximately 4h 30m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stop, this duration accounts for the total travel time from departure to arrival. The route covers a distance of 2879 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Calgary

Regular price: CA$269 - CA$557

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Ottawa to Calgary typically range from CAD 269 to CAD 557. The current lowest deal is CAD 179 with WestJet, for travel from Oct 7-Oct 22.

now CA$179

Low CA$269

High CA$557

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Calgary

The cheapest month to fly from YOW to YYC is May, with a median price of $220. The most expensive month to fly is April, with a median price of $587. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$220

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$587

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Direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary

WestJet

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Calgary

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

CA$363

CA$201

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

CA$371

CA$195

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

CA$359

CA$198

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

CA$342

CA$199

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

CA$325

CA$202

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Calgary

Ottawa (YOW) - Calgary (YYC)

WestJet

CA$359

CA$204

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 5

CA$401 → CA$213

47%

2 nights

Oct 17 - Oct 19

CA$395 → CA$213

46%

1 night

Oct 22 - Oct 23

CA$396 → CA$215

46%

4 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 27

CA$382 → CA$213

44%

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Ottawa - Calgary route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Ottawa to Calgary are near the typical level, with a median of $420.

📅 Best time to fly

May is historically the cheapest month

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 30m

The median flight duration for direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary is 4h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

WestJet offers direct flights

WestJet offers direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary, with 37.3% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet has 1 direct deal

WestJet currently has 1 direct deal available for flights from Ottawa to Calgary.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Ottawa to Calgary are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Depart from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International for flights to Calgary, offering a convenient starting point.

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$231

Calgary main airports to arrive at

Calgary International (YYC)

Cheapest

Calgary International Airport is the primary airport for flights arriving from Ottawa.

📍 ~8 km from Calgary city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$272

Airports nearby Calgary used as alternative

Edmonton International (YEG)

Cheapest

Edmonton International is a major international hub with an extensive route network, offering high reliability.

📍 ~290 km from Calgary (approximately a 3-hour drive; winter conditions can be hazardous).

💸 Flights from ~CA$213

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Calgary

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Ottawa to Calgary is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been observed at approximately $324. Prices tend to be significantly higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging around $686. Even bookings made 60 or more days in advance are typically more expensive, with an average price of $388.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Ottawa to Calgary has been considered to be $288 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $420. Fares above $551 typically fall into the higher price range. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $288 threshold.

Historically, May has offered the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Calgary, with a median price of $214. June also presents a more affordable option, with a median price of $352. While January's median price of $401 is below the annual median of $420, it is also noted as the most expensive month on average. Travelers looking for lower fares might consider planning their trips during May or June.

Ottawa to Calgary: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Calgary

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Calgary

Regular price: CA$269 - CA$557

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Ottawa to Calgary typically range from CAD 269 to CAD 557. The current lowest deal is CAD 179 with WestJet, for travel from Oct 7-Oct 22.

now CA$179

Low CA$269

High CA$557

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Calgary

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$220

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$587

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