What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Ottawa?

Porter Airlines and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Ottawa

How many flights depart from New York to Ottawa on average per week?

As of January 2026, 54 flights take off from New York and land in Ottawa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Ottawa?

Air Canada, Porter Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Ottawa from New York according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Ottawa. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Ottawa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from New York to Ottawa on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and Ottawa is 7 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 2:00PM, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How long does it take to fly to Ottawa?

Average flight duration from New York to Ottawa depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from New York to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport is 1h 28m on average, while flying from Newark to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport is 1h 30m on average. Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Ottawa.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Ottawa Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Ottawa Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Ottawa Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from New York to Ottawa Airport is 4 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Ottawa Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Ottawa Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ottawa Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Ottawa Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ottawa Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:45 am - 12:30 pm

EWR

YOW

1h 45mnonstop

3:30 pm - 7:10 pm

YOW

EWR

3h 40m

1 stop

$213Porter Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Thu, May 28

9:00 am - 12:54 pm

EWR

YOW

3h 54m

1 stop

8:30 am - 11:45 am

YOW

EWR

3h 15m

1 stop

$217Porter Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Tue, May 26

11:25 am - 5:54 pm

EWR

YOW

6h 29m

1 stop

2:20 pm - 3:55 pm

YOW

EWR

1h 35mnonstop

$219Porter Airlines

Fri, May 22 - Mon, May 25

3:45 pm - 5:25 pm

EWR

YOW

1h 40mnonstop

3:55 pm - 5:25 pm

YOW

EWR

1h 30mnonstop

$220Porter Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 22

3:45 pm - 5:25 pm

EWR

YOW

1h 40mnonstop

7:00 am - 10:55 am

YOW

EWR

3h 55m

1 stop

$221Porter Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 31

10:45 am - 12:30 pm

EWR

YOW

1h 45mnonstop

2:20 pm - 3:55 pm

YOW

EWR

1h 35mnonstop

$222Porter Airlines

Fri, May 22 - Mon, May 25

6:05 am - 9:41 am

LGA

YOW

3h 36m

1 stop

3:05 pm - 8:00 pm

YOW

LGA

4h 55m

1 stop

$275Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 22

12:40 pm - 5:41 pm

LGA

YOW

5h 01m

1 stop

2:50 pm - 7:03 pm

YOW

LGA

4h 13m

1 stop

$277Air Canada

Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20

10:05 am - 2:07 pm

JFK

YOW

4h 02m

1 stop

2:50 pm - 9:00 pm

YOW

JFK

6h 10m

1 stop

$325Air Canada

Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20

4:50 pm - 11:18 pm

JFK

YOW

6h 28m

1 stop

2:50 pm - 8:58 pm

YOW

JFK

6h 08m

1 stop

$329Air Canada

Mon, Feb 23 - Tue, Feb 24

Porter Airlines flights from New York to Ottawa

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Porter Airlines

May 28

EWR10:45 amNewark

1h 45m

YOW12:30 pmOttawa

May 28

YOW3:30 pmOttawa

3h 40m

1 stop

EWR7:10 pmNewark

$213

Porter Airlines

May 21

EWR9:00 amNewark

3h 54m

1 stop

YOW12:54 pmOttawa

May 26

YOW8:30 amOttawa

3h 15m

1 stop

EWR11:45 amNewark

$217

Porter Airlines

May 22

EWR11:25 amNewark

6h 29m

1 stop

YOW5:54 pmOttawa

May 25

YOW2:20 pmOttawa

1h 35m

EWR3:55 pmNewark

$219

Air Canada flights from New York to Ottawa

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Air Canada

Mar 14

EWR8:00 amNewark

5h 18m

1 stop

YOW1:18 pmOttawa

Mar 21

YOW12:00 pmOttawa

6h 08m

1 stop

EWR6:08 pmNewark

$247

Air Canada

Mar 13

LGA12:40 pmNew York LaGuardia

5h 01m

1 stop

YOW5:41 pmOttawa

Mar 20

YOW2:50 pmOttawa

4h 13m

1 stop

LGA7:03 pmNew York LaGuardia

$277

Air Canada

Apr 8

LGA6:30 amNew York LaGuardia

3h 36m

1 stop

YOW10:06 amOttawa

Apr 8

YOW2:00 pmOttawa

5h 31m

1 stop

LGA7:31 pmNew York LaGuardia

$291

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Thu 5/28

10:45 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Ottawa

Thu 5/28

3:30 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$213

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EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Thu 5/21

9:00 am-12:54 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Ottawa

Tue 5/26

8:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop3h 15m

$217

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EWRYOW

Newark

Fri 5/22

11:25 am-5:54 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Ottawa

Mon 5/25

2:20 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$219

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EWR - YOW

EWRYOW

Newark

Thu 2/19

3:45 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Ottawa

Sun 2/22

3:55 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$220

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EWRYOW

Newark

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3:45 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Ottawa

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7:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop3h 55m

$221

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EWRYOW

Newark

Fri 5/22

10:45 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Ottawa

Mon 5/25

2:20 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$222

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LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 2/19

6:05 am-9:41 am

1 stop3h 36m

Ottawa

Sun 2/22

3:05 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$275

New YorkOttawa

LGA - YOW

LGAYOW

New York LaGuardia

Fri 3/13

12:40 pm-5:41 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Ottawa

Fri 3/20

2:50 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$277

New YorkOttawa

JFK - YOW

JFKYOW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/13

10:05 am-2:07 pm

1 stop4h 02m

Ottawa

Fri 3/20

2:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$325

New YorkOttawa

JFK - YOW

JFKYOW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/23

4:50 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Ottawa

Tue 2/24

2:50 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$329

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Ottawa?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Ottawa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $238. The month of April is another great option to travel to Ottawa, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $255.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Ottawa?

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Ottawa is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for Ottawa on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $317. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Ottawa on Thursday is $372.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Ottawa?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to Ottawa when you can find flight prices for as low as $327. Flying to Ottawa at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $424 on average. Flights to Ottawa from New York in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New York to Ottawa flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on New York to Ottawa flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Ottawa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Ottawa flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Ottawa.

How have New York to Ottawa flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for New York to Ottawa flights are approximately 26% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Ottawa

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Ottawa according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best Price Found	$250
Fastest flight time	1h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Ottawa	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Ottawa from New York in the past 72 hours is $250. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Ottawa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $304.

The fastest flight from New York to Ottawa takes 1h 40m

Direct flights go from New York to Ottawa every day.

There is 1 airport in Ottawa. From New York there are direct flights to Ottawa (YOW).

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How far is New York to Ottawa by plane?
There are 333.0 mi between New York and Ottawa. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Ottawa Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Ottawa Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Ottawa Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to Ottawa Airport is 4 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Ottawa Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Ottawa Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ottawa Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Ottawa Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ottawa Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Ottawa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to Ottawa is De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q (31.23% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (26.26%), Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 (9.90%), and Boeing 777 (3.18%).
What is the most popular airline from New York to Ottawa?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Ottawa, the leading airline is Porter Airlines, making up 64% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air Canada with 23%, United Airlines with 9%, and Air Transat with 4%.

Best airlines flying from New York to Ottawa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 412 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $129	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,667 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air Transat	PriceFrom $144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 501 reviews	Search Air Transat flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $150	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,215 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Porter Airlines Flights From New York to Ottawa
Porter Airlines flight deals from New York to Ottawa start from $110 round-trip. Over the 6 Porter Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $307 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Air Transat Flights From New York to Ottawa
The best Air Transat deal for New York to Ottawa flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $144, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Air Transat flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $285 round-trip. Air Transat operates 6 flights out of New York into Ottawa in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 501 Air Transat reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.7/10.

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