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

Flights from Richmond to Ottawa usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

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

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

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

Connecting flights from Richmond to Ottawa most commonly pass through: • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 62% of one-stop connections • Newark (EWR) - 38% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Richmond to Ottawa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $356 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $790, a difference of $434. 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 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.

How long is a flight from Richmond to Ottawa?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Richmond to Ottawa. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 45m and 4h 40m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond to Ottawa changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $719 to $1,201. That means the highest observed fare was about 67% higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Richmond to Ottawa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $354, which is 53% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Richmond to Ottawa?

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 45m, compared with 4h 40m via Newark (EWR).

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 Richmond to Ottawa flight?

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Ottawa range from $360 to $540, with an average of $437 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Richmond to Ottawa?

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Ottawa typically range from $360 to $540. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $719, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Ottawa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Ottawa. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 80% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Richmond to Ottawa?

United Airlines ($719) and Air Canada ($885) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Richmond to Ottawa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Richmond to Ottawa?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) is the most popular layover for the Richmond to Ottawa route. 62% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via IAD.

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

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $485. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) had the shortest average connection time for Richmond to Ottawa layovers at 2h 19m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Ottawa

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18

6:10 am - 9:16 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

15h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:46 pm - 12:34 amYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

7h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$719United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

7:00 am - 9:56 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

14h 56m1 stop Newark

4:46 pm - 12:34 amYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

7h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$719United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

3:53 pm - 4:45 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

24h 52m1 stop Orlando

10:20 am - 6:15 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

7h 55m2 stops Toronto Island Nashville Intl

$761Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

5:48 pm - 1:11 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

19h 23m1 stop Newark

6:00 am - 8:40 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

14h 40m1 stop Newark

$801United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9

5:48 pm - 2:29 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

20h 41m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:00 am - 8:40 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

14h 40m1 stop Newark

$811United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

5:48 pm - 3:07 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

21h 19m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:00 am - 8:40 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

14h 40m1 stop Newark

$811United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9

5:48 pm - 3:07 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

21h 19m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:30 am - 8:40 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

10h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

$816United Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18

6:10 am - 2:09 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

7h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 4:03 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

10h 03m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Newark

$840United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9

10:27 am - 9:16 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

10h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:10 pm - 9:59 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

6h 49m1 stop Newark

$885Air Canada

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

8:50 am - 5:52 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

9h 02m2 stops New York LaGuardia Toronto Pearson Intl

7:00 am - 6:51 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

11h 51m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Charlotte Douglas

$909American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Richmond to Ottawa

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

6:20 am - 5:16 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

10h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:10 pm - 9:05 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 55m1 stop Newark

$953Air Canada

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

3:00 pm - 6:55 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

3h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:25 am - 1:54 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

7h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$994United Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

11:05 am - 8:00 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

8h 55m2 stops Philadelphia Toronto Pearson Intl

7:00 am - 5:29 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

10h 29m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Charlotte Douglas

$1,045American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

6:00 am - 2:55 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

8h 55m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Toronto Pearson Intl

7:00 am - 6:10 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

11h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl New York LaGuardia

$1,072American Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

7:25 am - 4:38 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

9h 13m1 stop Newark

10:35 am - 9:05 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

10h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

$1,072Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

8:15 am - 1:59 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:10 pm - 11:42 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

8h 32m1 stop Newark

$1,094Air Canada

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

5:30 am - 12:20 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

18h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Toronto Pearson Intl

6:50 am - 4:55 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

10h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl New York LaGuardia

$1,183WestJet

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

6:00 am - 5:35 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

11h 35m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Toronto Pearson Intl

6:50 am - 4:04 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

9h 14m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,196Delta

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

6:00 am - 5:35 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

11h 35m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Toronto Pearson Intl

12:25 pm - 11:36 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

11h 11m2 stops Winnipeg Minneapolis St Paul

$1,202WestJet

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

6:05 am - 2:55 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-YOW Ottawa

8h 50m2 stops New York LaGuardia Toronto Pearson Intl

7:00 am - 11:02 pmYOW Ottawa-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

16h 02m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl New York LaGuardia Charlotte Douglas

$1,212American Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Ottawa flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Richmond to Ottawa? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Richmond to Ottawa departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Ottawa?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Ottawa. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 80% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Richmond to Ottawa?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Richmond to Ottawa.
How long is a flight from Richmond to Ottawa?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Richmond to Ottawa. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 45m and 4h 40m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Richmond to Ottawa flight?
Round-trip flights from Richmond to Ottawa range from $360 to $540, with an average of $437 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Richmond to Ottawa changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $719 to $1,201. That means the highest observed fare was about 67% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Richmond to Ottawa looking right now?
One-way fares from Richmond to Ottawa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $354, which is 53% above the typical average for this route.
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
Which airports can I use when flying from Richmond to Ottawa?
Flights from Richmond to Ottawa usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).
Which airports do connecting flights from Richmond to Ottawa pass through?
Connecting flights from Richmond to Ottawa most commonly pass through:

• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 62% of one-stop connections
• Newark (EWR) - 38% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Richmond to Ottawa?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Richmond to Ottawa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $356 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $790, a difference of $434.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Richmond to Ottawa?
Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 45m, compared with 4h 40m via Newark (EWR).
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $356, about $434 less than Thursday fares (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Ottawa trip for November. Fares historically average $362 round-trip in that month - typically $295 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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
• Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau

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