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$243 Find cheap flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

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Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Edmonton (YOW-YEG)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Edmonton that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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7:20 pm - 9:44 pmYOW-YEG
4h 24mnonstop
7:25 am - 1:10 pmYEG-YOW
3h 45mnonstop
$293Porter Airlines
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Wed, Jun 12 - Thu, Jun 13
4:10 pm - 9:33 pmYOW-YEG
7h 23m1 stop
12:30 pm - 6:15 pmYEG-YOW
3h 45mnonstop
$299Porter Airlines
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Fri, Jun 14 - Wed, Jun 19
3:25 pm - 5:39 pmYOW-YEG
4h 14mnonstop
8:45 am - 2:31 pmYEG-YOW
3h 46mnonstop
$423WestJet
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Wed, Jun 12 - Thu, Jun 20
8:15 pm - 12:26 amYOW-YEG
6h 11m1 stop
11:50 pm - 9:59 amYEG-YOW
8h 09m1 stop
Fri, Jun 28 - Sat, Jul 6
3:25 pm - 5:48 pmYOW-YEG
4h 23mnonstop
12:30 pm - 6:15 pmYEG-YOW
3h 45mnonstop
Mon, Jul 8 - Sun, Jul 14
8:15 pm - 12:26 amYOW-YEG
6h 11m1 stop
4:05 pm - 6:52 amYEG-YOW
12h 47m2 stops
$482WestJet
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Fri, Jun 28 - Sat, Jul 6
9:05 pm - 10:07 amYOW-YEG
15h 02m1 stop
12:50 am - 9:13 amYEG-YOW
6h 23m1 stop
$521Air Canada
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Fri, Jun 28 - Fri, Jul 5
7:10 am - 12:25 pmYOW-YEG
7h 15m1 stop
1:05 am - 9:24 amYEG-YOW
6h 19m1 stop
$566Air Canada
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Mon, Jul 8 - Sat, Jul 13
8:00 am - 7:30 pmYOW-YEG
13h 30m3 stops
8:00 am - 11:15 pmYEG-YOW
13h 15m3 stops
$3,953Canadian North
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Fri, Jul 19 - Wed, Jul 31
2:10 pm - 9:45 pmYOW-YEG
33h 35m3 stops
8:00 am - 11:15 pmYEG-YOW
13h 15m3 stops
$4,151Canadian North
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Sun, Jul 14 - Wed, Aug 14

Flights from Ottawa to Edmonton - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Ottawa to Edmonton to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton is September, where tickets cost $130 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of tickets is $461 and $436 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Ottawa to Edmonton, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 45 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Edmonton?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting Ottawa to Edmonton were found on Porter Airlines ($293) and WestJet ($423). WestJet proposed the cheapest one-way flight at $243.

Which airlines fly non-stop between Ottawa and Edmonton?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton.
There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Ottawa to Edmonton. They are Porter Airlines and WestJet. The cheapest airline for this route is Porter Airlines, with the best one-way deal found costing $121. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Porter Airlines.

How many flights are there between Ottawa and Edmonton per day?

Each day, there are 3 nonstop flights that take off from Ottawa and land in Edmonton, with an average flight time of 4h 18m. The most common departure time is 7:00 pm and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 21 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 3.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Ottawa and Edmonton?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton take?

Direct flights cover the 1,769 miles separating Ottawa to Edmonton in about 4h 14m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Ottawa to Edmonton?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Ottawa at 9:10 am and will be landing in Edmonton at 11:34 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Ottawa to Edmonton?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Ottawa to Edmonton jets off at 7:25 pm and lands at 9:49 pm.

Good to know

Low season

April

High season

May

Cheapest flight

$243
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 47% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Edmonton based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

  • Does YOW offer children amenities?

    Before your flight to Edmonton, travellers with kids can utilize the play areas located in the family and departure restrooms. There is playing equipment for your children to enjoy as they await the takeoff. The Observation Deck is also accessible by kids giving them a good sight of planes taking off and landing.

  • Where can I store my luggage at YOW?

    Passengers with luggage who want to take some time exploring the airport before their flight can store them at the airport. These storage spots are located at the Baggage Storage and PARS 2000 Coat Check, which you can access from the Arrivals Hall on Level 1. They offer 24/7 services, and bags can be stored for several weeks.

  • Can I bring my pet to Edmonton International Airport?

    Passengers travelling with their furry buddies will be delighted to know that YEG is a pet-friendly airport. The facility offers pet relief areas for your pet to relax and unwind after the long flight from Ottawa. Moreover, the establishment terminals offer kennels for your four-legged companion. To get to the pet section, walk through the airport security scanners and then turn right.

  • How can I access downtown Edmonton from YEG?

    Fortunately, several transport services are available at the airport to ease your access to the city centre or any other neighbourhoods. There are designated spots throughout the airport where taxis may be requested at any time. For departures only, taxis are available outside the terminal building or inside at Baggage Claim. Shuttles are typically less expensive than getting a cab and may carry you everywhere you need to go from the airport. In normal traffic, it will take a shuttle or cab approximately 35 minutes to reach Edmonton city centre.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton was $243 for a one-way ticket and $293 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Ottawa and Edmonton?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Ottawa to Edmonton. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    When flying out of Ottawa you will be using Ottawa. You will be landing at Edmonton, also known as Edmonton.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    Only Air Canada offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Ottawa to Edmonton flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    The Embraer 195 E2 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Ottawa to Edmonton flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    There are nonstop flights from Ottawa to Edmonton on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton, WestJet or Porter Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton are WestJet and Porter Airlines. With an average price for the route of $308 and an overall rating of 7.5, WestJet is the most popular choice. Porter Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $324 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Ottawa to Edmonton.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edmonton from Ottawa is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Edmonton with an airline and back to Ottawa with another airline. Booking your flights between Ottawa and YEG can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ottawa to Edmonton?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edmonton from Ottawa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from YOW to Edmonton

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $171 or less one-way and $324 or less round-trip.
  • On the first level of Ottawa International Airport (YOW) Terminal 1, there is an interfaith chapel that is open from 6 am to 9 pm daily. It frequently offers religious services on weekends. Everyone is invited to worship or contemplate in the chapel regardless of religious affiliation.
  • For nursing moms, YOW features several lactating rooms situated throughout the terminals. These areas are equipped with rocking seats, changing tables, and electric outlets to ensure you and your infant feel comfortable.
  • Edmonton International Airport (YEG) has no hotels; however, Holiday Inn Express is located immediately outside the departures zone. The hotel provides a free shuttle service from the airport every 15 minutes. You may also get to this accommodation by exiting the terminal, turning right, and following the hotel signage.
  • If you want to explore Edmonton at your own pace, you can hire a car at The Edmonton International Airport. Several on-site car rental enterprises, such as Avis, Thrifty, and Enterprise, are situated at the departures and arrival areas of the terminal. Regardless of your needs, the companies offer a selection of SUVs to compact cars.
  • The Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is home to many eateries serving anything from fast snacks to substantial dinners. In addition to Starbucks, Tim Hortons is the greatest spot to get coffee and is situated on level 1 of the main traveller terminal complex.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Ottawa to Edmonton?

Find which airlines fly direct from Ottawa to Edmonton, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Ottawa to Edmonton

Monday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Tuesday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Wednesday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Thursday

Porter Airlines, WestJet, Air France

Porter Airlines, WestJet, +1 more

Friday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Saturday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Sunday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

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Nonstop returns

Edmonton to Ottawa

Monday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Tuesday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Wednesday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Thursday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Friday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Saturday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Sunday

Porter Airlines, WestJet

Porter Airlines, WestJet

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Top 4 airlines serving from Ottawa to Edmonton

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ottawa to Edmonton. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Ottawa to Edmonton? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
WestJetOverall score based on 2957 reviews
6.5Entertainment
7.7Boarding
6.5Food
7.3Comfort
8.2Crew
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Boarding, staff and flight great. A bit disappointed with no in flight online entertainment but I'll live. Landing was a bit of a jolt (more than usual) but hey everything else was smooth. LoL

10.0 ExcellentKat, Apr 2024YYJ - YEG
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Boarding, staff and flight great. A bit disappointed with no in flight online entertainment but I'll live. Landing was a bit of a jolt (more than usual) but hey everything else was smooth. LoL

For some reason there was a change in the cockpit which delayed us by an hour

flight changed by airline. then could not check imto mew flight because kiwi had messed up the reservation. still waiting to depart…

Good. Really crowded and busy. Going to Winnipeg plane was crowded and seats very narrow Now I remember why I dislike flying 😈

Having a lot of delayed flights on West Jet, however things always work out. So no complaints.

Check in was seamless , crew very polite , arrived on time!

Nothing special. Unacceptable wait for baggage on arriving in Calgary

The flight itself was good, the departure process was a little chaotic but once on the plane it was fine. The carry on luggage amounts is ridiculous. My husband’s suitcase was left behind in Kelowna. We could see it sitting there with our airtag. It was put on the next plane 6 hrs later but it was not delivered until the next afternoon. Unfortunately we had a business meeting Friday morning so he had no change of clothing for that.

Westjet cancelled the flight and I had to show up at the airport to rebook it, losing 2 days of my vacation, and no compensation, a crappy itinerary with no extra legroom which we paid for, no ability to use the lounge passes we paid for - basically a crappy experience. Not a reliable airline if you have a big trip planned.

My flight was delayed 10 Hours with no vouchers or any info about the delay

Wish we had music during take off and landing like the last flight

First time with Porter and I can say this is best airline company in Canada. Great service, free WiFi, free snack and drinks (including beer and wine). Seats were super comfy on the Embraer jet and I appreciated the folding try table too. Staff were excellent both legs of the trip.

Crew is ok. They offered food n drinks. Had difficulty connecting to wifi on board.

Tight transfer in Montreal. (15 min) However, we made it, as did my luggage.

Great. Porter is very efficient, welcoming, and organized. I fly Porter often.

Check in was slow because of passenger ahead in Reserve line. Seats were somewhat uncomfortable.

First time with Porter. Amazing experience overall, will be my airline of choice in North America whenever possible. Liked the quality of food and how it was served but one suggestion- a hot meal on the longer flights, perhaps?

Delayed by 2.5 hours. This happened previously on my flight from YOW to YVR on Dec. 26.2023. This is a terrible airline. The reason was there was lack of ground crew. This is a known event. AVOID PORTER AIRLINES IF YOU CAN. There is a reason half the plane was empty.

The airline arrival at the downtown airport is a big plus.. Food and beverage was excellent. Their non weather related cancellation is horrible. Overall I gave the airline 7 over 10 Tips for people flying porter from Boston. The airline doesn’t have inflight entertainment No TV No WIFI. Bring your entertainment with you.

The airline arrival at the downtown airport is a big plus.. Food and beverage was excellent. Their non weather related cancellation is horrible. Overall I gave the airline 7 over 10

Well you cancelled our direct flight to Austin from Toronto granted you got us on another flight but sent us to Denver then onto Austin delaying our arrival time in Austin by 7 hrs I was flying with 3 other people none of us were happy with our Air Canada experience

Glad to see the staff of Air Canada take preference in protecting their customers from unruly passengers before they board. Well done

As usual with Air Canada, being on schedule would be nice. Tv kept shutting off and having to reset it by staff every time. Irritating.

This website did not advise the prices were in $USD, when the flyer (me) was flying within Canada only and only a Canadian resident, and booking this flight in Canada. Furthermore, the area to board the plane was unusually hot and sweaty.

Flights on time. Friendly/pleasant ground and in-flight staff. Better snacks and films with captions,

Affordable & comfortable. Not sure why a party of two I booked at the same time got seated separately.

Both flights were good however , zero entertainment on YYZ to RSW flight. Helps to have some distraction on flights over 2 hours.

The flight was delayed with zero compensation only hours before the flight. The pick up driver had a very long drive so he was already on the road when the flight was delayed so he also had to sit and wait there for a long time. again zero compensation for anything. not even a voucher for food or drink.

I slept for most of this flight. Haha! While waiting to board, there were some passengers not paying attention to instructions. The staff should have been a little more assertive to get them to get out of the way.

Flight was on time, staff worked hard to accommodate passengers, Efficient smooth flight, One washroom out of order but not a significant issue Easy short 3 hour flight

It’s bare bones but was on time so can’t complain.

Of all the countries I've flown to and airlines from around the world, I have never had such a dismissive an arrogant employee during boarding. After waiting in line for 20 minutes to board, I was sent to a second line for Passport verification. Natalie from Flair, repeatedly tried to scan my passport which didn't work for some reason but was too lazy to input my information manually. Bar code scanners aren't 100% reliable as we all know. She asked me my birthdate 3 times, made me wait to be the last person aboard and then smugly threatened me that my only bag could be charged for (same backpack I used as on my arrival as carry on). Natalie working in Ft. Lauderdale and the was the epitome of lobotomized tiktok brain with the charm of junk mail.

Food selection is very poor and sears are very uncomfortable.

Flight was 3 hrs late and another 2 hrs wait for baggage to arrive on carousel and a $7.00 food voucher that arrived as we were boarding our flight.

Seat rows so close together no one dares to put their seats back. Knees pressed against the seat in front, had to find a position putting my legs under the seat in front. But for 6 hours keeping that one position was ridiculous. All savings on the purchase price are taken back through charge backs for luggage $200 each way, Seat selection $44 per seat or you are seated by a computer randomly. Wife sat 5 rows away. Would avoid Flair in the future

The flight was safe (priority). Everything else is low-cost: too hard, delays, mediocre boarding, cost for carry-on and checked luggage.

Flair flight was 4 hours late due to not having a crew and the plane was filthy. Just water service Terrible experience flight 1513

Flair did not notify you when they changed gate number!

Can't be happy with a 5 hour delay. Only given $10 voucher for food and still EVERYTHING was an upcharge during the flight.

TThe first time I have ever flown with flare and both ways sucked

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Ottawa to Edmonton found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8/19Mon
nonstopWestJet
4h 23mYOW-YEG
$243
8/19Mon
2 stopsAir Transat
11h 55mYOW-YEG
$271
8/19Mon
3 stopsCanadian North
38h 30mYOW-YEG
$2,350

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Last minute flights from Ottawa to Edmonton

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Ottawa to Edmonton that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/10Fri
nonstop
4h 14mYOW-YEG
5/18Sat
nonstop
3h 48mYEG-YOW
$460
5/10Fri
multi-stop
21h 38mYOW-YEG
5/18Sat
nonstop
3h 48mYEG-YOW
$504
5/10Fri
nonstopWestJet
4h 14mYOW-YEG
5/25Sat
multi-stopWestJet
8h 28mYEG-YOW
$681
5/10Fri
multi-stopWestJet
7h 01mYOW-YEG
5/25Sat
multi-stopWestJet
12h 18mYEG-YOW
$711
5/10Fri
nonstopPorter Airlines
4h 17mYOW-YEG
5/18Sat
nonstopPorter Airlines
3h 48mYEG-YOW
$728
5/10Fri
multi-stopPorter Airlines
6h 18mYOW-YEG
5/18Sat
nonstopPorter Airlines
3h 48mYEG-YOW
$734
5/10Fri
multi-stopAir Canada
7h 36mYOW-YEG
5/24Fri
multi-stopAir Canada
5h 42mYEG-YOW
$906
5/10Fri
multi-stopAir Canada
7h 36mYOW-YEG
5/17Fri
multi-stopAir Canada
5h 42mYEG-YOW
$1,146
5/10Fri
multi-stopCanadian North
13h 30mYOW-YEG
5/12Sun
multi-stopCanadian North
32h 35mYEG-YOW
$6,512
5/7Tue
multi-stopCanadian North
33h 55mYOW-YEG
5/10Fri
multi-stopCanadian North
13h 15mYEG-YOW
$6,985

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Departure:

Ottawa (YOW)Canada

Destination:

Edmonton (YEG)Canada

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Edmonton - Ottawa

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$193

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