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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa to Vancouver? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vancouver.$311 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.
Vancouver.$311 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.
Vancouver.$311 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.
Vancouver.$311 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr, returning Fri, 2 May.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.
Vancouver.$340 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Apr, returning Mon, 21 Apr.Return flight with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd and Flair Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 14 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 21 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $340, select.
Vancouver.$393 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Sat, 24 May.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.
Vancouver.$425 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 24 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $425, select.
Vancouver.$456 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Apr, returning Wed, 23 Apr.Return flight with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 16 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $456, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa to Vancouver flights are currently cheapest in June.
Mar
from $627
Apr
from $340
May
from $393
Jun
from $311
Jul
from $598
Aug
from $662
Sep
from $475
Oct
from $564
Nov
from $584
Dec
from $617
Jan
from $704
Feb
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Ottawa to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$311
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time5 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week98

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Vancouver: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Vancouver: Vancouver Coal Harbour, Vancouver International, Sechelt, Ganges Harbor, Nanaimo, Nanaimo Harbour, and Abbotsford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Vancouver is $311. 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.
5 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa to Vancouver.
Air Canada, Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd and Virgin Australia fly direct from Ottawa to Vancouver.
As of March 2025, there are 133 flights per week flying from Ottawa to Vancouver.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Ottawa, the cheapest airport near Vancouver is Vancouver International – which is 9.7 km away from the centre of Vancouver. We've found flights into this airport from $311.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver on Monday, 28 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 19 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. August is typically the warmest month in Vancouver, when it usually averages around 20°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging -1°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Vancouver is WestJet. And the cheapest airline that flies to Vancouver International Airport is Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd.

Travelling from Ottawa to Vancouver: what you need to know

  • Start your trip at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the main airport in Ottawa. Look for flights from Ottawa to Vancouver that take off from this base.

  • When it comes to landing in Vancouver, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a major gateway. Another is Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH).

  • The average length of a direct flight from Ottawa to Vancouver is 5 hours 20 minutes. Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, making Vancouver 3 hours behind Ottawa.

  • With 94 flights a week between the two airports, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Ottawa to Vancouver with WestJet at 06:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from YOW to YVR is with Air Canada at 21:45.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.

  • For a flight within Canada, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show another form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've found cheap flights from Ottawa to Vancouver, make sure your ID is up to date.

Flying from Ottawa

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Jet off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) on a nonstop flight from Ottawa to Vancouver. From YOW, you can fly directly into Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

  • Pick from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Ottawa to Vancouver departing from YOW. Get on board with any of these:

  • The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 43 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Need a handy hotel close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Vancouver, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • After your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).

  • The trip will take about 16 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some cosy stays to drop your things at near CXH. Kick back after your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver at one of these well-located options:

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Vancouver

  • At the moment, $135 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Vancouver. The cheapest price for a return flight is $311. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Ottawa to Vancouver.

  • May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Ottawa to Vancouver. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Vancouver. There's no need to look every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Ottawa to Vancouver. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Best time to go to Vancouver

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Vancouver. To escape the crowds, go to Vancouver in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver for August if you want to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Vancouver in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.

More about Vancouver

  • Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.

Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental

  • Explore our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Ottawa to Vancouver. Whether you want an SUV, a compact ride or anything in between, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.

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