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Cheap flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa from C$ 143

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.
YQT — YOW
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Thunder Bay to Ottawa are usually found in August or October, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Thunder Bay (YQT) 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 10 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 391

One-way from

C$ 143

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 469

Good round-trip deal

C$ 300 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 160 or less
27/4-1/5
  • 27/4-1/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 00m total
  • Thunder Bay to Ottawa
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  • 14/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Thunder Bay to Ottawa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Thunder Bay to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2025.

Sun 27/412:35 p.m.YQT - YOW
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/55:55 a.m.YOW - YQT
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4C$ 391
Mon 5/511:45 a.m.YQT - YOW
Nonstop2h 10mPorter Airlines
Sat 10/56:25 p.m.YOW - YQT
Nonstop2h 20mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/4C$ 411
Mon 28/45:00 a.m.YQT - YOW
2 stops7h 17mAir Canada
Sat 3/59:05 a.m.YOW - YQT
2 stops6h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 9/4C$ 653
Thu 24/43:35 p.m.YQT - YOW
2 stops33h 09mWestJet
Tue 29/45:55 a.m.YOW - YQT
2 stops8h 57mWestJet
Deal found 9/4C$ 1,827

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Thunder Bay

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Ottawa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Sun 27/4

12:35 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Ottawa

Thu 1/5

5:55 a.m.-4:40 p.m.

1 stop10h 45m

C$ 391

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Mon 5/5

11:45 a.m.-1:55 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

Ottawa

Sat 10/5

6:25 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

C$ 411

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Mon 28/4

5:00 a.m.-12:17 p.m.

2 stops7h 17m

Ottawa

Sat 3/5

9:05 a.m.-3:49 p.m.

2 stops6h 44m

C$ 653

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Thu 24/4

3:35 p.m.-12:44 a.m.

2 stops33h 09m

Ottawa

Tue 29/4

5:55 a.m.-2:52 p.m.

2 stops8h 57m

C$ 1,827

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Wed 14/5

11:45 a.m.-1:55 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 143

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Tue 24/6

10:15 a.m.-12:22 a.m.

1 stop14h 07m

C$ 190

Thunder BayOttawa

YQT - YOW

YQTYOW

Thunder Bay

Wed 14/5

5:15 a.m.-11:04 a.m.

1 stop5h 49m

C$ 191

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 31 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from Thunder Bay 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 YQT to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from Thunder Bay 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 10 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Thunder Bay to Ottawa in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

Explore weekly flight availability from Thunder Bay 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 10 April 2025.

The most flights from YQT to YOW are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 10 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines, WestJet and Air Canada from Thunder Bay to Ottawa by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up 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

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

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

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

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

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

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
9,083 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
280 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

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 Thunder Bay to Ottawa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

    If you book a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, you will be flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa. Flights to Ottawa (YOW) from Thunder Bay (YQT) take 2h 10m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa per day from 2 airlines.

  • How popular is this Thunder Bay to Ottawa flight route?

    The Thunder Bay to Ottawa flight path was viewed by 1,015 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 flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Thunder Bay to Ottawa is Porter Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 411 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and WestJet, starting at C$ 653 and C$ 1,827 round-trip. Porter Airlines is currently priced 15% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

    Consider Porter Airlines (87%), Porter Airlines (87%) or Air Transat (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 325 for a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 124 while the most popular route, (Thunder Bay - Ottawa) is currently priced at C$ 407.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Thunder Bay 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 Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from Thunder Bay 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 2 airlines flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 360AverageC$ 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 474AverageC$ 575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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