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Cheapest round-trip
$260
Typical prices: $354-$520
Air Canada
Sat 2/24Wed 2/28
YOW - YYT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$263
Typical prices: $351-$521
Porter Airlines
Sat 2/24Wed 2/28
YOW - YYT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Porter Airlines. Average duration is 2h 39m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $436 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to St. John's (YOW-YYT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to St. John's

Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
Air Canada Logo
4:40 pm - 10:57 pmYOW  Ottawa-YYT St John's
4h 47m1 stop Halifax Intl
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5:15 am - 9:47 amYYT  St John's-YOW Ottawa
6h 02m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$260Air Canada
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
Porter Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 12:57 amYOW  Ottawa-YYT St John's
2h 37mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:45 amYYT  St John's-YOW Ottawa
3h 15mnonstop
$263Porter Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
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8:50 pm - 12:57 amYOW  Ottawa-YYT St John's
2h 37mnonstop
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7:00 am - 1:26 pmYYT  St John's-YOW Ottawa
7h 56m1 stop Halifax Intl
$266Porter Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
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5:20 pm - 11:10 pmYOW  Ottawa-YYT St John's
4h 20m1 stop Halifax Intl
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7:00 am - 1:00 pmYYT  St John's-YOW Ottawa
7h 30m2 stops Halifax Intl Hamilton
$279Porter Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
Air Canada Logo
4:40 pm - 10:57 pmYOW  Ottawa-YYT St John's
4h 47m1 stop Halifax Intl
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11:15 am - 3:08 pmYYT  St John's-YOW Ottawa
5h 23m1 stop Halifax Intl
$322Air Canada
Sat, Nov 28 - Wed, Dec 2
Air Canada Logo
4:40 pm - 10:57 pmYOW  Ottawa-YYT St John's
4h 47m1 stop Halifax Intl
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1:35 pm - 7:08 pmYYT  St John's-YOW Ottawa
7h 03m1 stop Halifax Intl
$322Air Canada
Sat, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 4
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8:50 pm - 12:59 amYOW  Ottawa-YYT St John's
2h 39mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:45 amYYT  St John's-YOW Ottawa
3h 15mnonstop
$372Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 4
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8:40 am - 2:35 pmYOW  Ottawa-YYT St John's
4h 25m1 stop Halifax Intl
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6:00 am - 7:45 amYYT  St John's-YOW Ottawa
3h 15mnonstop
$372Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 28
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8:50 pm - 12:58 amYOW  Ottawa-YYT St John's
2h 38mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:45 amYYT  St John's-YOW Ottawa
3h 15mnonstop
$627Air Transat
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 30
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8:50 pm - 12:58 amYOW  Ottawa-YYT St John's
2h 38mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:45 amYYT  St John's-YOW Ottawa
3h 15mnonstop
$627Air Transat
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Price, demand and travel trends for Ottawa to St. John's flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Ottawa to St. John's?

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to St. John's typically range from $354 to $520. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $260, on Air Canada.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to St. John's?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to St. John's. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to St. John's?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to St. John's at $350 round-trip.
•December ($496) and July ($483) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Ottawa to St. John's the cheapest?

Flights from Ottawa to St. John's are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Ottawa to St. John's flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$187
Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 102% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Ottawa to St. John's

When to book flights from Ottawa to St. John's

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to St. John's based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Ottawa to St. John's flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Ottawa to St. John's?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ottawa to St. John's:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 11:29 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 11:29 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 39m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to St. John's?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to St. John's:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Ottawa to St. John's?

    A nonstop flight from Ottawa to St. John's takes 2h 39m, covering 1,098 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to St. John's?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to St. John's flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to St. John's range from $354 to $520, with an average of $431 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ottawa to St. John's flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the $431 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Ottawa to St. John's?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $423 round-trip and layover options via Hamilton (YHM) at $436.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Ottawa to St. John's?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Ottawa to St. John's?

    The Embraer 195 E2 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Porter Airlines and Air Transat. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Ottawa to St. John's spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Ottawa to St. John's flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to St. John's 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 $260 to $1,164. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ottawa to St. John's looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ottawa to St. John's are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $234.

  • What car rental options are available at St John's Airport (YYT)?

    St John's Airport (YYT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to St. John's?

    Flights from Ottawa to St. John's usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at St John's (YYT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to St. John's pass through?

    One-stop flights from Ottawa to St. John's most commonly connect through:

    • Halifax Intl (YHZ) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Hamilton (YHM) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to St. John's?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Ottawa to St. John's. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $407 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $465, a difference of $58.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Ottawa to St. John's?

    Only Porter Airlines operates flights between Ottawa and St. John's.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Ottawa to St. John's?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 10m, compared with 5h 19m via Halifax Intl (YHZ) and 6h 59m via Hamilton (YHM).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and St. John's?

    St. John's is 1 hour ahead of Ottawa (Newfoundland Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Ottawa to St. John's flights?

    Among airlines operating Ottawa to St. John's flights:

    • Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Ottawa to St. John's flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Porter Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Transat: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to St. John's flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $407, about $58 less than Monday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to St. John's trip for February. Fares historically average $350 round-trip in that month - typically $146 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to St John's Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Express & Suites St John's Airport By IHG
    • Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
    • Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton St. John's Airport

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Ottawa to St John's

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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St John's to Ottawa

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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