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Cheap flights from Montreal to Ottawa from C$ 181

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YMQ — YOW
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Montreal to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Montreal (YMQ) to Ottawa (YOW). 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$ 357

One-way from

C$ 181

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

C$ 995

Good round-trip deal

C$ 615 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 282 or less
13/5-14/5
  • 13/5-14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 20m total
  • Montreal to Ottawa
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 37m total
  • Montreal to Ottawa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 82 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Montreal to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montreal to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 April 2025.

Tue 13/58:55 a.m.YUL - YOW
1 stop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/52:20 p.m.YOW - YUL
1 stop10h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4C$ 357
Sun 25/56:45 a.m.YUL - YOW
1 stop18h 07mWestJet
Sun 1/65:55 a.m.YOW - YUL
1 stop18h 42mWestJet
Deal found 10/4C$ 362
Thu 8/57:00 a.m.YUL - YOW
1 stop5h 58mPorter Airlines
Sun 11/59:35 a.m.YOW - YUL
1 stop4h 15mPorter Airlines
Deal found 10/4C$ 395
Sun 25/59:40 a.m.YUL - YOW
Nonstop0h 45mAir Canada
Sun 1/66:00 a.m.YOW - YUL
Nonstop0h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 10/4C$ 534
Sun 11/510:00 a.m.YUL - YOW
2 stops10h 25mCanadian North
Sun 18/59:35 a.m.YOW - YUL
2 stops10h 20mCanadian North
Deal found 10/4C$ 4,321

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Montreal

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Ottawa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 13/5

8:55 a.m.-12:58 p.m.

1 stop4h 03m

Ottawa

Wed 14/5

2:20 p.m.-12:37 a.m.

1 stop10h 17m

C$ 357

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 25/5

6:45 a.m.-12:52 a.m.

1 stop18h 07m

Ottawa

Sun 1/6

5:55 a.m.-12:37 a.m.

1 stop18h 42m

C$ 362

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 8/5

7:00 a.m.-12:58 p.m.

1 stop5h 58m

Ottawa

Sun 11/5

9:35 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop4h 15m

C$ 395

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 25/5

9:40 a.m.-10:25 a.m.

Nonstop0h 45m

Ottawa

Sun 1/6

6:00 a.m.-6:46 a.m.

Nonstop0h 46m

C$ 534

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 11/5

10:00 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops10h 25m

Ottawa

Sun 18/5

9:35 a.m.-7:55 p.m.

2 stops10h 20m

C$ 4,321

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 15/6

6:45 a.m.-12:22 a.m.

1 stop17h 37m

C$ 181

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 15/6

8:15 a.m.-9:01 a.m.

Nonstop0h 46m

C$ 263

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 7/5

7:00 a.m.-2:56 p.m.

2 stops7h 56m

C$ 279

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 15/4

3:55 p.m.-5:40 p.m.

1 stop25h 45m

C$ 397

MontrealOttawa

YUL - YOW

YULYOW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 15/6

10:00 a.m.-11:50 p.m.

2 stops13h 50m

C$ 2,169

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Best time to book a flight from Montreal to Ottawa

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from Montreal to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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 YMQ to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from Montreal to Ottawa. 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Montreal to Ottawa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Montreal to Ottawa

Explore weekly flight availability from Montreal to Ottawa. 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 YMQ to YOW are scheduled on a Wednesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Ottawa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ottawa ranges from 50.0 - 93.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 93.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Ottawa when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Ottawa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ottawa, 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 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. 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 Ottawa. Reviews last updated 11 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines, WestJet and Air Canada from Montreal to Ottawa have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

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 Canada
7.0
Good
9,085 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

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 Montreal to Ottawa. 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 into for flights to Ottawa from Montreal?

    Most people fly into Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight to Ottawa from Montreal. On average, Ottawa has 8 inbound flights from Montreal per day from 1 airline. Ottawa is conveniently located just 10.6 km from Ottawa’s city centre.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Montreal to Ottawa is WestJet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 362 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Porter Airlines and Air Canada, starting at C$ 395 and C$ 534 round-trip. These flights start at 65% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Montreal to Ottawa are WestJet (C$ 181), Air Canada (C$ 263), and Porter Airlines (C$ 279).

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

    Consider Lufthansa (75%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (75%) or Turkish Airlines (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Montreal to Ottawa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Montreal to Ottawa?

    While on average a flight from Montreal to Ottawa is generally C$ 671, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 211. When looking at the most popular route, (Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Ottawa), you can expect to pay C$ 357 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Montreal to Ottawa 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 Montreal to Ottawa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from Montreal to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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 airline flying from Montreal to Ottawa

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Montreal to Ottawa. 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 11 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 753AverageC$ 1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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