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Find cheap flights from Ottawa to Tampa from $172

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Ottawa to Tampa departing on 10/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Ottawa to Tampa, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Tampa (YOW-TPA)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Tampa 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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6:30 am - 10:00 pmYOW-TPA
15h 30m1 stop
9:00 am - 11:57 pmTPA-YOW
14h 57m1 stop
$296United Airlines
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tis, aug 27 - ons, aug 28
11:25 am - 10:05 pmYOW-TPA
10h 40m1 stop
9:00 am - 11:57 pmTPA-YOW
14h 57m1 stop
$299United Airlines
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ons, aug 21 - ons, aug 28
7:30 pm - 11:08 amYOW-TPA
15h 38m1 stop
7:45 am - 9:48 pmTPA-YOW
14h 03m1 stop
$302United Airlines
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ons, maj 29 - tis, jun 4
11:25 am - 10:00 pmYOW-TPA
10h 35m1 stop
9:00 am - 11:57 pmTPA-YOW
14h 57m1 stop
$316United Airlines
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lör, aug 24 - ons, aug 28
5:30 am - 10:46 amYOW-TPA
5h 16m1 stop
8:45 pm - 9:25 amTPA-YOW
12h 40m1 stop
$324Air Canada
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tis, aug 27 - tis, sep 3
5:59 pm - 9:56 amYOW-TPA
15h 57m1 stop
8:45 pm - 9:25 amTPA-YOW
12h 40m1 stop
$328Air Canada
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mån, aug 26 - tis, sep 3
10:40 am - 10:00 pmYOW-TPA
11h 20m2 stops
8:45 pm - 8:41 amTPA-YOW
11h 56m1 stop
lör, aug 24 - lör, aug 31
4:15 pm - 6:20 pmYOW-TPA
26h 05m2 stops
8:18 pm - 10:17 pmTPA-YOW
25h 59m2 stops
mån, maj 20 - lör, maj 25
6:07 am - 6:13 amYOW-TPA
24h 06m2 stops
6:25 am - 8:42 pmTPA-YOW
14h 17m2 stops
$551WestJet
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fre, aug 23 - mån, aug 26
6:07 am - 12:43 pmYOW-TPA
30h 36m2 stops
12:30 pm - 8:42 pmTPA-YOW
32h 12m2 stops
$563WestJet
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lör, aug 24 - lör, aug 31

Flights from Ottawa to Tampa - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Tampa?

The average price of all flights from Ottawa to Tampa clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Ottawa to Tampa, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Tampa, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Tampa, 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 Tampa is January, where tickets cost $279 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of tickets is $518 and $505 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Tampa, 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 Tampa, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 58 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Tampa?

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 Tampa were found on United Airlines ($296) and Air Canada ($324). Air Canada proposed the cheapest one-way flight at $172.

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

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.

Good to know

Low season

June

High season

February

Cheapest flight

$172
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Ottawa to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Tampa 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 Tampa

  • Can I book an eco-friendly flight from Ottawa to Tampa?

    Yes. When flying from Ottawa to Tampa, you can opt for eco-friendly flights. The average amount of carbon released by flights travelling the Ottawa to Tampa route is about 1252 lbs for every passenger on the flight. A few flights travelling the route offer eco-friendly travel. You can take Air Canada and United Airlines flights emitting the least carbon of about 29% less plying the route.

  • Are there flights from Ottawa to Tampa with layover options?

    Many flights travelling from Ottawa to Tampa have layovers. Depending on how convenient it is for you, you can go for as low as one stopover to about three stopovers. The Porter Airlines flight departs from YOW and connects to Spirit Airlines flights with stopovers at Toronto Island, Newark, and Atlanta for three layovers. The other common layover cities include Washington D.C., Detroit, and Montreal.

  • Do airlines travelling from Ottawa to Tampa offer accessibility services?

    When travelling from Ottawa to Tampa and having limited mobility, there are several services that you can get. The airlines travelling the route offer services to both mobility-challenged, the hard-of-hearing, and the visually impaired. If you require a wheelchair, you can request the same with your airline during booking. The airlines also offer wheelchair aid services to passengers needing the service. The assisted services stretch from security checkpoints to boarding the airplane and alighting. The dog can access the flights for free if you have a service dog.

  • What transportation options do I have from Tampa International Airport?

    Bus transit is the common transport option around Tampa. When flying into TPA, you can take the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) bus route 30, serving the airport. You can take a cab outside the baggage claim area if you prefer a taxi service. The taxis available are metered. There is a flat rate on taxi transit to the cruise terminal and the downtown area of Tampa. Another option for when travelling as a group is a shared ride. The shuttles offer door-to-door services from the airport, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Hernando, and Pasco counties. You can also rent a vehicle from the agencies on-site, including Avis, Budget, Dolla, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Payless, SIXT, and Thrifty. Access the car rentals via SkyConnect train.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ottawa to Tampa?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ottawa to Tampa was $172 for a one-way ticket and $296 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes

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

    On your way to Tampa, you’ll fly out from Ottawa. You’ll be landing at Tampa.

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

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

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

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Ottawa to Tampa flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ottawa to Tampa?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Ottawa and Tampa, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ottawa to Tampa are Porter Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $283 and an overall rating of 7.5, Porter Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $449 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 Tampa.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tampa 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 Tampa?

    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 Tampa with an airline and back to Ottawa with another airline. Booking your flights between Ottawa and TPA 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 Tampa?

    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 Tampa 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 Tampa

  • When travelling from Ottawa, the Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the main airport in the region and the ideal origin airport to Tampa. The airport serves the metropolitan area of Ottawa.
  • When travelling to Tampa from Ottawa, ensure you get to the airport at least 2 hours before the departure time. You can visit YOW’s Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge in the domestic and international terminals accessible via lounge membership programs while waiting for your departure.
  • When looking to travel the route for just a few hours, you can take flights from United Airlines or Air Canada, with United Airlines flights being the fastest to travel the route.
  • If you are heading the Clearwater Beach in Tampa, consider flying into Tampa St. Petersburg International Airport (PIE) from Ottawa, as the airport is closest to the beach, about 14 km from Clearwater beach.
  • Once you land at Tampa International Airport (TPA), you can access the parking garages from the main terminal using the SkyConnect automated monorail service. The airport has five terminals: the Main terminal, a hub for Silver Airways, and four other terminals, A, C, E, and F. Tampa is also the focus city for Breeze Airways and Frontier Airlines.
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Top 3 airlines serving from Ottawa to Tampa

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ottawa to Tampa. 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 Tampa? 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
Porter AirlinesOverall score based on 423 reviews
7.5Food
7.6Comfort
8.3Crew
7.7Boarding
6.7Entertainment
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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.

10.0 ExcellentJustin, Apr 2024YVR - YYZ
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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.

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

Flight was smooth and comfortable. The crew were exceptional. Amanda, Nichole and Hershel were attentive to our every need. So friendly. My daughter and I were surprised at quality of service. Loved the double row seating. Snacks were delicious. We would definitely fly with Porter again. Flight PD 670 SFO to YYZ Thank you so much for the best flight experience we have had

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.

Flight delayed 6 hr. Looking for compensation and will claim for it.allow US people to fix to avoid huge delay having a canadian tech to fix it.

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

Wasn’t on the flight- again. Bad weather in Halifax and I was in an accident. What a poor experience to have to pay for all this flight and not be on it

There was a group of school age passengers that were very loud and unruly with their chaperones were no where to be found.

Two flights,both poor. No entertainment. Cramped and uncomfortable seats, little space, the rest was OK. Staff were acceptable good.

flight delays, staff only communicating when pushed, food service lasting a grand total of 7 minutes, stuck in seat from 45mins into flight until landing

The crew was doing their best on an old plane needing updating. Chairs that creaked and wouldn’t stay in position. My tray table was unusable as was on-board entertainment due the audio needing usb earphones (that were not provided). Prior to boarding in Toronto and despite being scheduled for a wheelchair and assistance, we were dropped off by clubcar without a wheelchair which I found myself by a gate. Due to no boarding gate assigned at that time we waited and when it was, it subsequently was moved from 64 to 95. No help could be found so I pushed my husband’s chair to that furthest gate in the airport at the highest speed possible for a 73 year old. And by that I mean I ran. It was a very stressful experience.

Wifi wasn't working on one of the UA flights after boarding.

I liked everything about the flight. The service was excellent!

Delayed a day due to snow storm. Was upgraded. That kind of made up for significant delays from FLL to COS with no compensation or acknowledgement.

Crew was not very helpful. They forgot to serve me coffee and had to wait for a long time.It looked as if they were not very happy with what they were doing.

The crew were really great, but the 4 hour delay in small chunks was the worst.

The flight I was connecting with waited for me even though my 1st flight was late. I really appreciated that.

Limited snack options cause the snack vendor was on strike

I didn’t like the fact that all the customs officers went to lunch so I was in line for 90 minutes due to where the staff directed me. We were told three very different reasons for why the plane was delayed. It was a crowded plane with difficult storage situations for the Carry On bags. The Air Canada airline staff were all very good and professional. I was so disappointed in my cheese and fruit box as the cheese had molded and the fruit wasn’t fresh so I couldn’t eat the majority of the food. This was the last meal I could find as the restaurants had closed when I got in to my destination. I think you could work on improving the food quality.

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

-kayak did not give me advanced notice to my e-mail for my flight and I had major trouble finding the code to access Air Canada’s site because you did not provide it to me and incompetent Air Canada did not have any access based on my name alone. WTF -The flight was delayed twice. -They moved the boarding area -They said I would give free checked baggage because the plane was full and they charged me over $30 -They didn’t get my luggage on to the plane and left without it and I’m heading to a cruise ship. -I have lost one FULL day of my limited holiday and had to cancel scheduled events because my luggage did not get on the plane (even though the plane was delayed). -The “wheresmyluggage.com site is a total incompetent disaster that caused additional stress. -I will be sharing this experience

The crowding at the gate to get on is ridiculous.

Can’t comment on food, I didn’t have any but I don’t ever plan on it so I guess that says something on its own. Seats & arm rests are uncomfortable, have to use own devices for entertainment and there was no where to charge. Air travel has become barbaric, if I didn’t need to do it for work I’d stay home.

I paid extra for a window seat and when I got to my seat I had a wall where the window was supposed to be, this ruined my experience with AC! Also, there were no complimentary snacks, I will probably not book another flight with this air Canada again.

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.

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

There was no food on this flight. We had less than 1/3 full plane and were not allowed to spread out. Staff gave the story of the plane had to have all of us up front for 'balance.' Total bs.

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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 Tampa found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
10/30ons
1 stopAir Canada
8h 28mYOW-TPA
$172
10/28mån
1 stopAir Canada
6h 02mYOW-TPA
$173
10/31tors
nonstopAir Canada
3h 31mYOW-TPA
$174
7/9tis
1 stopUnited Airlines
15h 40mYOW-TPA
$180
10/28mån
2 stopsUnited Airlines
11h 17mYOW-TPA
$182
10/30ons
2 stopsPorter Airlines
19h 17mYOW-TPA
$191
10/27sön
1 stopAir Canada
8h 22mYOW-TPA
$192
10/31tors
2 stopsDelta
14h 29mYOW-TPA
$237
10/27sön
2 stops
12h 44mYOW-TPA
$250
10/29tis
2 stops
10h 49mYOW-TPA
$259

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Last minute flights from Ottawa to Tampa

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 Tampa that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/11lör
multi-stopUnited Airlines
11h 19mYOW-TPA
5/15ons
multi-stopUnited Airlines
9h 36mTPA-YOW
$332
5/11lör
multi-stopAir Canada
15h 18mYOW-TPA
5/15ons
multi-stopAir Canada
9h 36mTPA-YOW
$335
5/11lör
multi-stopAir Canada
15h 35mYOW-TPA
5/15ons
multi-stopAir Canada
14h 02mTPA-YOW
$418
5/11lör
multi-stopAir Canada
10h 57mYOW-TPA
5/15ons
multi-stopAir Canada
11h 58mTPA-YOW
$659

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Ottawa - Tampa Flights

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Destination:

Tampa (TPA)United States

Return flight deals:

Tampa - Ottawa

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$348

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