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Cheap flights from Ottawa to New York, NY from C$ 170

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — NYC
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to New York are usually found in July or April, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 271

One-way from

C$ 170

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

C$ 369

Good round-trip deal

C$ 370 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 234 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 20/5-24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 36m total
  • Ottawa to New York
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 45m total
  • Ottawa to New York
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 April 2025.

Tue 20/59:35 a.m.YOW - EWR
1 stop5h 55mPorter Airlines
Sat 24/52:15 p.m.EWR - YOW
Nonstop1h 41mPorter Airlines
Deal found 10/4C$ 271
Tue 6/511:20 a.m.YOW - LGA
1 stop5h 10mPorter Airlines
Sat 10/56:15 a.m.LGA - YOW
1 stop4h 06mPorter Airlines
Deal found 10/4C$ 345
Thu 1/59:05 a.m.YOW - EWR
1 stop5h 40mAir Canada
Mon 5/57:45 a.m.EWR - YOW
1 stop6h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 10/4C$ 369
Fri 9/54:10 p.m.YOW - EWR
Nonstop1h 30mAir Transat
Mon 12/51:15 p.m.EWR - YOW
Nonstop1h 41mAir Transat
Deal found 10/4C$ 375
Sun 8/62:25 p.m.YOW - LGA
1 stop3h 43mAir Canada
Mon 9/67:05 a.m.LGA - YOW
1 stop3h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 9/4C$ 382
Fri 9/59:20 a.m.YOW - JFK
1 stop5h 40mAir Canada
Wed 14/59:00 a.m.JFK - YOW
1 stop4h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 9/4C$ 385
Sat 24/55:55 a.m.YOW - LGA
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/59:55 a.m.LGA - YOW
1 stop14h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4C$ 402
Fri 9/57:00 a.m.YOW - EWR
1 stop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/59:55 p.m.EWR - YOW
3 stops26h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4C$ 482
Wed 7/57:00 a.m.YOW - JFK
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/510:45 a.m.JFK - YOW
1 stop13h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4C$ 552
Sat 24/55:55 a.m.YOW - JFK
2 stops17h 04mWestJet
Sun 25/55:30 p.m.JFK - YOW
1 stop13h 18mWestJet
Deal found 9/4C$ 664
Sun 25/52:40 p.m.YOW - LGA
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/66:00 a.m.LGA - YOW
1 stop8h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/4C$ 703
Tue 20/55:15 a.m.YOW - JFK
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 26/53:40 p.m.JFK - YOW
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/4C$ 713

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Tue 20/5

9:35 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

1 stop5h 55m

Newark

Sat 24/5

2:15 p.m.-3:56 p.m.

Nonstop1h 41m

C$ 271

OttawaNew York

YOW - LGA

YOWLGA

Ottawa

Tue 6/5

11:20 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

1 stop5h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 10/5

6:15 a.m.-10:21 a.m.

1 stop4h 06m

C$ 345

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Thu 1/5

9:05 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

1 stop5h 40m

Newark

Mon 5/5

7:45 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop6h 05m

C$ 369

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Fri 9/5

4:10 p.m.-5:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Newark

Mon 12/5

1:15 p.m.-2:56 p.m.

Nonstop1h 41m

C$ 375

OttawaNew York

YOW - LGA

YOWLGA

Ottawa

Sun 8/6

2:25 p.m.-6:08 p.m.

1 stop3h 43m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/6

7:05 a.m.-10:25 a.m.

1 stop3h 20m

C$ 382

OttawaNew York

YOW - JFK

YOWJFK

Ottawa

Fri 9/5

9:20 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop5h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 14/5

9:00 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop4h 50m

C$ 385

OttawaNew York

YOW - LGA

YOWLGA

Ottawa

Sat 24/5

5:55 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

1 stop10h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 25/5

9:55 a.m.-12:52 a.m.

1 stop14h 57m

C$ 402

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Fri 9/5

7:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop4h 15m

Newark

Mon 12/5

9:55 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

3 stops26h 27m

C$ 482

OttawaNewark

YOW - EWR

YOWEWR

Ottawa

Sat 3/5

5:55 a.m.-3:39 p.m.

2 stops9h 44m

Newark

Tue 6/5

9:35 a.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops14h 47m

C$ 538

OttawaNew York

YOW - JFK

YOWJFK

Ottawa

Wed 7/5

7:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop27h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/5

10:45 a.m.-12:22 a.m.

1 stop13h 37m

C$ 552

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Ottawa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to New York. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to New York, you should look to book at least 35 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 New York?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to New York (average of C$ 210). Flying from Ottawa to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 348). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 April 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 62% on flights from Ottawa to New York by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to New York?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to New York. 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 11 April 2025.

The most flights from YOW to NYC are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in New York by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in New York by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, 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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 11 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to New York, such as Porter Airlines, Delta and Air Transat. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,910 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?
Air Transat
7.8
Good
385 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,802 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YYZ - LAS

Everything about the rescheduled (cost me $180) flight great. ***Being denied boarding because I was few minutes under 1.5 hours was not. Stuck at the Kiosk for about 15 minutes before it directed me to the Porter counter was strange. Do not know why checking in online at home was not successful? I think something was up...what can you do?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to New York. 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 New York?

    If you book a flight to New York from Ottawa, you will be flying from Ottawa, which is the city’s only airport. Ottawa (YOW) is located 10.6 km from the centre of Ottawa. There are 7 flights from Ottawa to New York per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to New York round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Ottawa to New York round-trip from C$ 271. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from C$ 369, and Air Transat, from C$ 375. Users have found that Porter Airlines is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Porter Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 170. Air Canada flights start at C$ 199 while deals on Delta start at C$ 292 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Ottawa to New York?

    While some choose either Ottawa - New York LaGuardia or Ottawa - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Ottawa - Newark is the most popular route from Ottawa to New York.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to New York?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to New York 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 New York?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to New York (average of C$ 210). Flying from Ottawa to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 348). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 248AverageC$ 585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 282AverageC$ 374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 305AverageC$ 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 368AverageC$ 404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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