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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edmonton International to Ottawa International flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Edmonton International to Ottawa International

Edmonton International to Ottawa International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edmonton International to Ottawa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Ottawa International.

Edmonton to Ottawa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$187
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlinePorter Airlines (Canada) Ltd
Average flights per week27

Finding cheap flights from Edmonton International to Ottawa International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edmonton International to Ottawa International is $187. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Edmonton International to Ottawa International.
Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd, Air Transat and WestJet fly direct from Edmonton International to Ottawa International.
As of April 2025, there are 27 flights per week flying from Edmonton International to Ottawa International.
The cheapest month to fly from Edmonton International to Ottawa International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa International Airport on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 54 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Ottawa International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Ottawa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ottawa International.

Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 3 hours 48 minutes. Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Ottawa 2 hours ahead of Edmonton.

  • Each week, there are 25 flights from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. If you prefer to be on board early, take the 06:30 WestJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from YEG to YOW is 23:40 with WestJet.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Jetting into Ottawa (and exploring more of Canada!) is a breeze with WestJet. This popular airline offers direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.

  • When flying within Canada, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from YEG to YOW, make sure your ID is up to date before you fly.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • $112 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Return flights start from $187. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from YEG to YOW, book your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from YEG to YOW is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)

  • Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Edmonton, Edmonton International Airport can be reached in about 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near YEG:

Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to the centre of Ottawa is about 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 43 minutes.

When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Ottawa in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Ottawa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 27ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YEG to YOW in January. Temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC then.

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