Are there direct flights from Vancouver to Ottawa?

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, direct flights from Vancouver to Ottawa are available, though they constitute a smaller portion of the overall flights. Approximately 14.8% of flights on this route were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers typically observed was 2. This suggests that while direct options exist, many travelers on this route will likely encounter flights with at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Vancouver to Ottawa?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Vancouver to Ottawa is approximately 4 hours and 45 minutes. This is based on a total distance of 3552 kilometers between the two cities. For flights that include one stop, the median duration increases to about 7 hours and 20 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as connecting flights typically add a significant amount of travel time.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Vancouver to Ottawa?

Historically, flights from Vancouver to Ottawa have frequently offered good prices. This route is classified as one that regularly sees favorable deals. Over the trailing 30 days, good prices have been a consistent feature for travelers on this route. This indicates that finding a well-priced flight is a common occurrence rather than an infrequent event.

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Vancouver to Ottawa: Overview

Insights for flights from Vancouver to Ottawa

Fares for flights from Vancouver to Ottawa typically range from $330 to $545, with a median price of $439. Right now, fares are below the typical level, with 3% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Vancouver to Ottawa.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Ottawa, October stands out with a median fare of just $172. April is also a more affordable option, with a median fare of $267, followed by March at $295.

A typical journey from Vancouver to Ottawa takes about 4h 45m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Non-stop flights from Vancouver to Ottawa, when available, also have a median duration of 4h 45m.

The route from Vancouver to Ottawa covers a distance of 3552 km, classifying it as a medium-haul journey. This distance means you can expect a flight that is longer than a short hop but generally shorter than intercontinental travel.

How much is a round trip from Vancouver to Ottawa

Regular price: CA$414 - CA$910

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

The regular price range for flights from Abbotsford to Ottawa is between CAD 414 and CAD 910. The current lowest deal is CAD 325 with WestJet, for travel from Sep 11-Sep 17.

now CA$325

Low CA$414

High CA$910

The cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Ottawa

The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Ottawa is October, with a median price of $172. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $982. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CA$172

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$982

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Direct flights from Vancouver to Ottawa

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Vancouver to Ottawa

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - Ottawa

Vancouver (YVR) - Ottawa (YOW)

Porter Airlines

CA$665

CA$524

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - Ottawa

Vancouver (YVR) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$604

CA$490

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - Ottawa

Vancouver (YVR) - Ottawa (YOW)

Air Canada

CA$595

CA$463

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YXX - Ottawa

Abbotsford (YXX) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$599

CA$365

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YXX - Ottawa

Abbotsford (YXX) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$597

CA$365

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

YVR - Ottawa

Vancouver (YVR) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$536

CA$441

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

CA$642 → CA$401

37%

6 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 18

CA$599 → CA$365

39%

7 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 19

CA$597 → CA$365

39%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

CA$555 → CA$331

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Vancouver to Ottawa

Vancouver - Ottawa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for Vancouver to Ottawa are below the typical level at $439.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $172.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 45m.

Direct flights from Vancouver to Ottawa typically take 4h 45m, connecting flights take 8h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 14.8% of recent flights from Vancouver to Ottawa are direct, with 2 stopovers typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Porter Airlines offers direct flights.

Porter Airlines offers direct flights from Vancouver to Ottawa.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Vancouver to Ottawa appear frequently, with good prices available.

Vancouver main airports to depart from

Vancouver International (YVR)

Cheapest

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a good option for flights from Vancouver to Ottawa.

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$354

Ottawa main airports to arrive at

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Ottawa.

📍 Located ~10 km from downtown Ottawa (reachable by bus, taxi, or car).

💸 Flights from ~CA$354

Airports nearby Ottawa used as alternative

Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (YUL)

Cheapest

Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity, avoiding customs and immigration delays.

📍 ~160 km from Ottawa (ground transit time can be affected by Montreal city traffic)

💸 Flights from ~CA$300

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Ottawa

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Ottawa

Historically, the best time to book flights from Vancouver to Ottawa for the cheapest prices is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price observed was $281. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally results in higher prices, with an average of $661. For comparison, booking 60+ days out showed an average price of $377, indicating that last-minute deals can be significantly cheaper than very early bookings for this route.

A flight from Vancouver to Ottawa is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $330. This threshold is based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, representing the lower quartile of prices observed. The median price for this route across the same period was $439, while prices at the higher end, around the 75th percentile, were approximately $545. Therefore, aiming for prices below $330 typically secures a favorable fare.

Historically, October has offered the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Ottawa, with a median price of $172. April also presented good value, showing a median price of $267. March, while appearing on the list of cheapest months, had a median price of $295, which was also identified as the most expensive month overall with the same median. The annual median price for this route across a 270-day window was $439, indicating that these specific months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Vancouver to Ottawa: Overview

Insights for flights from Vancouver to Ottawa

How much is a round trip from Vancouver to Ottawa

Regular price: CA$414 - CA$910

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

The regular price range for flights from Abbotsford to Ottawa is between CAD 414 and CAD 910. The current lowest deal is CAD 325 with WestJet, for travel from Sep 11-Sep 17.

now CA$325

Low CA$414

High CA$910

The cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Ottawa

October

Cheapest

Flights from CA$172

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$982

Jan

Feb

Mar

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Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Nov

Dec