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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Banff from C$ 122

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YYC
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Banff are usually found in January or October, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Banff

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ottawa to Banff flight deals. Data was last updated 17 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 209

One-way from

C$ 122

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 305
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 9/5-17/5
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 22m total
  • Ottawa to Banff
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 10h 20m total
  • Ottawa to Banff
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (C$ 130 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Banff
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Banff. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2025.

Sat 31/57:15 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 28mWestJet
Mon 9/66:45 p.m.YYC - YOW
Nonstop3h 56mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 208
Fri 13/66:45 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 34mPorter Airlines
Sat 21/64:30 p.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop5h 51mPorter Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 216
Sat 31/57:15 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/611:55 p.m.YYC - YOW
1 stop6h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 227
Mon 26/58:15 p.m.YOW - YYC
Nonstop4h 23mAir Canada
Fri 30/51:30 p.m.YYC - YOW
Nonstop3h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 17/4C$ 250

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Banff that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2025.
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Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

Banff

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Sat 31/5

7:15 p.m.-9:43 p.m.

Nonstop4h 28m

Calgary

Mon 9/6

6:45 p.m.-12:41 a.m.

Nonstop3h 56m

C$ 208

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Fri 13/6

6:45 p.m.-9:19 p.m.

Nonstop4h 34m

Calgary

Sat 21/6

4:30 p.m.-12:21 a.m.

1 stop5h 51m

C$ 216

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Sat 31/5

7:15 p.m.-9:43 p.m.

Nonstop4h 28m

Calgary

Mon 9/6

11:55 p.m.-8:01 a.m.

1 stop6h 06m

C$ 227

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Mon 26/5

8:15 p.m.-10:38 p.m.

Nonstop4h 23m

Calgary

Fri 30/5

1:30 p.m.-7:26 p.m.

Nonstop3h 56m

C$ 250

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Fri 30/5

6:00 a.m.-8:27 a.m.

Nonstop4h 27m

C$ 122

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Sun 25/5

8:15 p.m.-10:38 p.m.

Nonstop4h 23m

C$ 126

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Wed 14/5

2:20 p.m.-9:14 p.m.

1 stop8h 54m

C$ 134

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Sat 24/5

5:55 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

1 stop28h 15m

C$ 169

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Sat 17/5

6:45 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

Nonstop4h 30m

C$ 212

OttawaCalgary

YOW - YYC

YOWYYC

Ottawa

Sun 24/8

10:00 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

3 stops51h 40m

C$ 732

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Deals found on 17/4

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Banff

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Banff

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Banff?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Banff. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Banff, you should look to book at least 36 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Banff?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Banff (average of C$ 139). Flying from Ottawa to Banff in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 263). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to B4N?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Banff. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Ottawa to Banff as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to Banff?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Banff. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Banff flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Banff

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Banff. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 April 2025.

The most flights from YOW to B4N are scheduled on a Tuesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Banff by month

Plan your trip to Banff by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Banff ranges from 9.0 - 94.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 94.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Banff when rainfall is around 9.0 mm.

Temperature in Banff by month

Plan your trip to Banff by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Banff, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -7.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Banff

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Banff. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Banff. Reviews last updated 17 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines, Air Transat and WestJet from Ottawa to Banff to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
281 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
281 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
281 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you
Air Transat
7.8
Good
385 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
281 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,809 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
281 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,143 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
281 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Banff. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Banff?

    Ottawa (YOW), located 10.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Ottawa to Banff. 4 airlines have flights from Ottawa to Banff on a regular basis. Booking flights from Ottawa to Banff should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Banff per day.

  • How popular is this Ottawa to Banff flight route?

    The Ottawa to Banff flight path was viewed by 7,858 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to Banff one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Porter Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 122. However, be on the lookout for offers from WestJet and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Ottawa to Banff for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Ottawa to Banff?

    Consider Air Canada (78%), KLM (70%) or China Airlines (69%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Ottawa to Banff.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Banff?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 825 for a flight from Ottawa to Banff. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 114 while the most popular route, (Ottawa - Calgary) is currently priced at C$ 218.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Banff that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Banff flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Banff?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Banff.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Banff?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Banff by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Banff?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Banff (average of C$ 139). Flying from Ottawa to Banff in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 263). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to Banff

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Banff. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 103AverageC$ 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 133AverageC$ 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 155AverageC$ 338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 157AverageC$ 354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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