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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Vancouver from C$ 124

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — YVR
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Ottawa to Vancouver are usually found in January or May, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Vancouver

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Vancouver (8CA). 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 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 217

One-way from

C$ 124

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 351
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 24/4-28/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 17h 29m total
  • Ottawa to Vancouver
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  • WestJet
  • 24/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 9h 20m total
  • Ottawa to Vancouver
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Vancouver
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Vancouver. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Tue 18/36:15 a.m.YOW - YVR
1 stop8h 28mWestJet
Tue 25/38:55 a.m.YVR - YOW
1 stop8h 52mWestJet
Deal found 19/2C$ 195
Thu 27/37:20 p.m.YOW - YVR
1 stop15h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/48:55 a.m.YVR - YOW
1 stop8h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2C$ 254
Tue 6/59:55 p.m.YOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 16mAir Canada
Sun 25/58:30 a.m.YVR - YOW
1 stop7h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 19/2C$ 257
Fri 30/58:50 a.m.YOW - YVR
Nonstop5h 20mPorter Airlines
Fri 6/67:00 a.m.YVR - YOW
Nonstop4h 44mPorter Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 276

Find flights from Ottawa to Vancouver within your budget

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Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

Vancouver

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Tue 18/3

6:15 a.m.-11:43 a.m.

1 stop8h 28m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 25/3

8:55 a.m.-8:47 p.m.

1 stop8h 52m

C$ 195

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Wed 5/3

9:35 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

1 stop27h 05m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 12/3

8:30 a.m.-8:47 p.m.

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 247

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Tue 6/5

9:55 p.m.-12:11 a.m.

Nonstop5h 16m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 25/5

8:30 a.m.-7:26 p.m.

1 stop7h 56m

C$ 257

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Fri 30/5

8:50 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop5h 20m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 6/6

7:00 a.m.-2:44 p.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

C$ 276

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Thu 15/5

8:50 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop5h 20m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 20/5

12:15 p.m.-7:59 p.m.

Nonstop4h 44m

C$ 382

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Tue 10/6

12:20 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

2 stops9h 15m

C$ 125

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Fri 25/4

6:00 p.m.-10:01 p.m.

1 stop7h 01m

C$ 139

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Tue 10/6

6:30 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

Nonstop5h 20m

C$ 143

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Sat 26/4

6:55 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

Nonstop5h 30m

C$ 153

OttawaVancouver

YOW - YVR

YOWYVR

Ottawa

Thu 27/3

7:20 p.m.-7:36 a.m.

1 stop15h 16m

C$ 173

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to Vancouver

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Vancouver. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Ottawa to Vancouver is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver (average of C$ 145). Flying from Ottawa to Vancouver in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 262). 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 YVR?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Vancouver. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Ottawa to Vancouver by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Vancouver. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Vancouver

Explore weekly flight availability from Ottawa to Vancouver. 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 20 February 2025.

The most flights from YOW to 8CA are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Vancouver by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Vancouver ranges from 36.0 - 189.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 189.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Vancouver when rainfall is around 36.0 mm.

Temperature in Vancouver by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Vancouver, 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 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver. 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 Vancouver. Reviews last updated 20 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines, Air Transat and WestJet from Ottawa to Vancouver by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
276 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.7

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
7.9
Good
276 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.7

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 Transat
7.8
Good
380 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.7

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
2,801 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.7

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
8,748 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.7

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 Ottawa to Vancouver. 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 Vancouver?

    For a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver, you will be flying from Ottawa. Ottawa (YOW) is just 10.6 km from the centre of the city. Ottawa is the only Ottawa airport and it handles 10 outbound flights to Vancouver per day. 5 airlines have flights to Vancouver from Ottawa on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on WestJet is currently your cheapest option to Vancouver, with prices starting at C$ 217. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Porter Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 264 and C$ 301, respectively. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Vancouver for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Ottawa to Vancouver are WestJet (C$ 124), Porter Airlines (C$ 146), and Air Canada (C$ 156).

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Ottawa to Vancouver on time: Air Canada (58%), Virgin Australia (58%), Air New Zealand (58%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Vancouver?

    While on average a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver is generally C$ 1,303, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 155. When looking at the most popular route, (Ottawa - Vancouver Intl), you can expect to pay C$ 233 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Ottawa to Vancouver?

    Ottawa to Vancouver flights have a layover in Edmonton most often. Calgary sees the next most layovers on Ottawa to Vancouver flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Edmonton?

    Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Sir Winston Churchill Square, and Citadel Theatre are the most popular attractions in Edmonton if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Sir Winston Churchill Square, and Citadel Theatre can be visited by travelling about 24.1 km, 27.0 km, and 26.9 km respectively from Edmonton. Those on a layover in Edmonton in need of a rental car can book one at Edmonton for about C$ 59.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Calgary?

    Calgary travelers tend to visit Calgary Tower, Paul Kuhn Art Gallery, and Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre more than any other notable places. Calgary Tower, Paul Kuhn Art Gallery, and Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre are located about 9.5 km, 10.1 km, and 8.8 km, respectively from Calgary. Travelers can book a car rental at Calgary for about C$ 46 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Ottawa to Vancouver flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Ottawa to Vancouver is Toronto.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver (average of C$ 145). Flying from Ottawa to Vancouver in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 262). 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 5 airlines flying from Ottawa to Vancouver

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Vancouver. 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 20 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 136AverageC$ 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 187AverageC$ 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 224AverageC$ 428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Lynx AirCheapestC$ 229AverageC$ 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 350AverageC$ 561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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