Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Ottawa?

Flights from Birmingham to Ottawa usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Ottawa?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Birmingham to Ottawa.

Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Ottawa pass through?

Most connecting flights from Birmingham to Ottawa pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Ottawa?

On the Birmingham to Ottawa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 60%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $441 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,093: a $652 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Ottawa?

Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are Garden of the Provinces and Territories, Nepean Sportsplex and National Arts Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Ottawa on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Ottawa?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Birmingham to Ottawa changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $489 to $1,480. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Birmingham to Ottawa looking right now?

One-way fares from Birmingham to Ottawa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $594, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Birmingham and Ottawa?

Ottawa is 1 hour ahead of Birmingham (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?

Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include: • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Europcar • Alamo • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Ottawa flight?

Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Ottawa range from $364 to $771, with an average of $496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $364 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Birmingham to Ottawa?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $575. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Birmingham to Ottawa which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Birmingham to Ottawa layovers at 228 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Ottawa

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19

9:08 pm - 5:35 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

19h 27m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Toronto Pearson Intl

7:15 am - 3:48 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

9h 33m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$489Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11

6:15 am - 5:20 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

10h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Toronto Pearson Intl

4:36 pm - 11:15 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

7h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$731Air Canada

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11

2:55 pm - 1:40 amBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

9h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Toronto Pearson Intl

4:36 pm - 11:15 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

7h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$731Air Canada

Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1

12:20 pm - 12:20 amBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

11h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Toronto Pearson Intl

6:55 am - 2:52 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

8h 57m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$745Delta

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11

1:15 pm - 9:16 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:36 pm - 11:15 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

7h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$746United Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

6:05 am - 9:16 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

14h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:46 pm - 11:30 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

7h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$746United Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1

7:05 am - 1:59 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

5h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:25 am - 1:20 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

7h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$746United Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11

6:15 am - 5:20 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

10h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Toronto Pearson Intl

9:10 am - 11:15 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

15h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$769Air Canada

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11

2:55 pm - 1:40 amBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

9h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Toronto Pearson Intl

9:10 am - 11:15 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

15h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$769Air Canada

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11

6:15 am - 5:20 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

10h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Toronto Pearson Intl

12:10 pm - 11:15 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

12h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$769Air Canada

Recent last minute flight deals from Birmingham to Ottawa

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 3

7:23 am - 9:35 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

13h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 11:38 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

7h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$804United Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Oct 3

8:58 pm - 3:07 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

17h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

7:20 am - 8:14 amYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

25h 54m2 stops Calgary Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$805Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 3

1:07 pm - 9:35 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

7h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:50 pm - 11:38 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

9h 48m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$813Air Canada

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 3

3:00 pm - 1:35 amBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

9h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Toronto Pearson Intl

2:50 pm - 11:38 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

9h 48m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$826Air Canada

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 3

7:23 am - 9:35 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

13h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 11:38 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

7h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$882United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 3

1:07 pm - 9:35 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

7h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:50 pm - 11:38 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

9h 48m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$934Air Canada

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 3

6:25 am - 5:35 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

10h 10m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Toronto Pearson Intl

6:55 am - 3:09 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

9h 14m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$938WestJet

Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Oct 3

1:07 pm - 9:35 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

7h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 11:38 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

7h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$938Air Canada

Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Oct 3

5:32 pm - 5:35 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

23h 03m2 stops New York LaGuardia Toronto Pearson Intl

6:55 am - 5:38 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

11h 43m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$957WestJet

Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Oct 3

6:54 am - 8:00 pmBHM Birmingham-YOW Ottawa

12h 06m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Toronto Pearson Intl

7:00 am - 3:57 pmYOW Ottawa-BHM Birmingham

9h 57m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$973American Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to Ottawa flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Birmingham to Ottawa?

Air Canada ($731) and Delta ($745) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Birmingham to Ottawa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Ottawa?
Flights from Birmingham to Ottawa usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Ottawa?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Birmingham to Ottawa.
Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Ottawa pass through?
Most connecting flights from Birmingham to Ottawa pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Ottawa?
On the Birmingham to Ottawa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 60%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $441 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,093: a $652 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Ottawa?
Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are Garden of the Provinces and Territories, Nepean Sportsplex and National Arts Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Ottawa on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Ottawa?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Birmingham to Ottawa changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $489 to $1,480. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Birmingham to Ottawa looking right now?
One-way fares from Birmingham to Ottawa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $594, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Birmingham and Ottawa?
Ottawa is 1 hour ahead of Birmingham (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?
Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Ottawa flight?
Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Ottawa range from $364 to $771, with an average of $496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $364 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $441 - about $652 less than Sunday (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Ottawa trip for November. Fares historically average $362 round-trip in that month - typically $731 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ottawa Airport.
- Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
- Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Airport

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