What percentage of Calgary to Ottawa flights are direct?

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, approximately 32.5% of flights from Calgary to Ottawa are direct. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route will likely have connecting flights. For those connecting, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. Travelers prioritizing direct routes should consider this percentage when planning their journey.

What's the flight time from Calgary to Ottawa?

The typical direct flight time from Calgary to Ottawa is 3 hours and 50 minutes. This is based on a direct distance of 2879 kilometers. For flights involving one stop, the median travel time increases considerably to 10 hours and 50 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Should I set a price alert for Calgary to Ottawa flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Calgary to Ottawa have been frequent across the trailing quarter. This suggests that price fluctuations are common, and opportunities for savings may arise regularly. Setting a price alert can help travelers monitor these changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare. Given the frequent nature of deals, an alert can be a useful tool for this route.

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Calgary to Ottawa: Overview

Insights for flights from Calgary to Ottawa

Fares for flights from Calgary to Ottawa are typically $271–$531, with a median of $412. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from Calgary to Ottawa at present may require some flexibility.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Ottawa? The most affordable month to fly is typically August, with a median fare of $140. Following closely are October, with a median of $176, and November, with a median of $200. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Most itineraries for flights from Calgary to Ottawa connect at least once, with only 32.5% of recent fares being direct flights from Calgary to Ottawa. For those itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Calgary to Ottawa takes about 3h 50m. This duration includes both direct and connecting itineraries. The route covers a distance of 2879 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Calgary to Ottawa

Regular price: CA$251 - CA$671

Prices for flights from Calgary to Ottawa are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Calgary to Ottawa is between 251 CAD and 671 CAD. The current lowest deal is 266 CAD with WestJet, for travel from Sep 12-Sep 20.

now CA$266

Low CA$251

High CA$671

The cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Ottawa

The cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Ottawa is December, with a median price of $194. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $711. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from CA$194

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$711

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Direct flights from Calgary to Ottawa

WestJet

Last-minute flights going from Calgary to Ottawa

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Ottawa

Calgary (YYC) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$557

CA$408

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Ottawa

Calgary (YYC) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$496

CA$363

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Ottawa

Calgary (YYC) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$471

CA$342

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Ottawa

Calgary (YYC) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$495

CA$355

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Ottawa

Calgary (YYC) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$528

CA$383

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YYC - Ottawa

Calgary (YYC) - Ottawa (YOW)

WestJet

CA$575

CA$365

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 14

CA$575 → CA$365

37%

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

CA$568 → CA$404

29%

7 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 25

CA$519 → CA$365

30%

1 night

Aug 11 - Aug 12

CA$576 → CA$421

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Calgary to Ottawa

Calgary - Ottawa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Calgary to Ottawa are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Ottawa, with a median price of $194.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 50m

The median flight time for direct flights from Calgary to Ottawa is 3h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 median stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet offers direct flights

WestJet is available for direct flights from Calgary to Ottawa.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Calgary main airports to depart from

Calgary International (YYC)

Cheapest

Calgary International is a convenient option for flights from Calgary to Ottawa.

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$293

Ottawa main airports to arrive at

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights to Ottawa.

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$293

Airports nearby Ottawa used as alternative

Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (YUL)

Consider this major international hub for extensive global connectivity without border issues, though transit times can vary.

📍 ~165 km from Ottawa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$384

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Ottawa

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Calgary to Ottawa is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $242. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to departure, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $375, and those booked 7-13 days out averaging $695. For bookings made 60 or more days in advance, the average price was $276, indicating that waiting until the 14-27 day window can offer better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Calgary to Ottawa is considered to be $271 or less. This threshold represents the lower quartile of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route was $412, while prices in the upper quartile reached $531. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around or below the $271 mark.

Historically, August, October, and November have offered the cheapest flights from Calgary to Ottawa. In August, the median price was $140, while October saw a median of $176. November also presented a relatively low median price of $200. These months are significantly more affordable compared to the annual median price of $412 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Calgary to Ottawa: Overview

Insights for flights from Calgary to Ottawa

How much is a round trip from Calgary to Ottawa

Regular price: CA$251 - CA$671

Prices for flights from Calgary to Ottawa are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Calgary to Ottawa is between 251 CAD and 671 CAD. The current lowest deal is 266 CAD with WestJet, for travel from Sep 12-Sep 20.

now CA$266

Low CA$251

High CA$671

The cheapest time to fly from Calgary to Ottawa

December

Cheapest

Flights from CA$194

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$711

Jan

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