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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Ottawa (YVR-YOW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Vancouver to Ottawa 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Ottawa

Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
WestJet Logo
5:05 pm - 12:48 amYVR-YOW
4h 43mnonstop
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3:45 pm - 7:36 pmYOW-YVR
6h 51m1 stop
$170WestJet
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
WestJet Logo
5:05 pm - 12:48 amYVR-YOW
4h 43mnonstop
WestJet Logo
5:55 am - 12:41 pmYOW-YVR
9h 46m2 stops
$184WestJet
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
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5:05 pm - 12:48 amYVR-YOW
4h 43mnonstop
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6:30 pm - 8:50 pmYOW-YVR
5h 20mnonstop
Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 21
WestJet Logo
8:30 pm - 6:45 amYVR-YOW
7h 15m1 stop
WestJet Logo
5:15 pm - 12:11 amYOW-YVR
9h 56m2 stops
$193WestJet
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Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 21
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7:00 am - 2:44 pmYVR-YOW
4h 44mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 12:11 amYOW-YVR
9h 56m2 stops
Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
WestJet Logo
5:30 pm - 5:25 amYVR-YOW
8h 55m2 stops
WestJet Logo
3:45 pm - 7:36 pmYOW-YVR
6h 51m1 stop
$199WestJet
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Thu, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 10
Porter Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:44 pmYVR-YOW
4h 44mnonstop
Porter Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 11:10 amYOW-YVR
5h 20mnonstop
$225Porter Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
Porter Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 5:54 pmYVR-YOW
4h 44mnonstop
Porter Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 11:10 amYOW-YVR
5h 20mnonstop
$231Porter Airlines
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Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 10
Air Canada Logo
12:40 am - 8:23 amYVR-YOW
4h 43mnonstop
Air Canada Logo
9:35 am - 11:48 amYOW-YVR
5h 13mnonstop
$255Air Canada
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Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 10
Air Canada Logo
12:40 am - 8:23 amYVR-YOW
4h 43mnonstop
Air Canada Logo
9:55 pm - 12:08 amYOW-YVR
5h 13mnonstop
$257Air Canada
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Expert advice for your flight from Vancouver to Ottawa

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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Porter Airlines

Porter Airlines' newer jets offer wider seats, power sockets, and Wi-Fi for enhanced comfort.


Porter Airlines provides free drinks including Canadian wines and craft beers in real glasses.

Air Canada

Air Canada offers priority boarding for Business Class, Premium Economy, and elite status passengers.


Air Canada's Wi-Fi is available on select flights; check availability five days before departure.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Vancouver to Ottawa flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa?

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Ottawa on a Monday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Vancouver, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa, 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa is January, where tickets cost $224 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $418 and $326 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $330 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$80
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Vancouver to Ottawa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver to Ottawa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Vancouver to Ottawa flights

  • How do I get from Ottawa Airport to the city centre using public transportation?

    Public bus line 97 services the airport, connecting it to the downtown area. It leaves from bus stops 13-16, just outside the terminal building, with a one-way ticket costing C$ 3.50. Buses operate 24h a day during weekdays, with a reduced schedule during the night on weekends, and buses depart every 10min during peak hours.

  • How much is a taxi from Ottawa Airport to the city centre?

    Taxis are the most convenient way to get to your accommodation following flights from Vancouver to Ottawa, and they are available outside the airport from the arrivals area on level 1. Taxi fares are all metred, and if you are heading to the downtown area of Ottawa, the fare will be about C$ 30.

  • Can I rent a car from Ottawa Airport?

    If you are looking to rent a car upon arrival, there are 6 car rental companies with offices located in the Parkade on level 1. National, Hertz, Enterprise, Budget, Avis and Alamo are all open from 6:00 or 7:00 am until 1:00 or 2:00 am every day. In addition, Routes Car Rental and Discount Car and Truck Rentals, which are located off of the airport property, provide an airport shuttle to their customers during their hours of operation.

  • Can I store my luggage at Ottawa Airport?

    Luggage storage is available at the airport for either short or long-term storage, with special rates available if you need to leave a bag for a week or a month. This service is located in the arrivals hall and is accessible 24h a day. In addition to storing bags, passengers can store winter coats or boots, and each storage space is large enough to fit the belongings of up to 4 travellers.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa was $80 for a one-way ticket and $170 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    Air Canada, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Vancouver to Ottawa flight route.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Vancouver to Ottawa?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Vancouver to Ottawa are Porter Airlines and WestJet. With an average price for the route of $347 and an overall rating of 8.0, Porter Airlines is the most popular choice. WestJet is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $248 and an overall rating of 7.2.

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

    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 Vancouver to Ottawa.

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

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

    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 Ottawa with an airline and back to Vancouver with another airline. Booking your flights between Vancouver and YOW 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 Vancouver to Ottawa?

    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 Ottawa from Vancouver up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $162 or less one-way and $288 or less round-trip.
  • If you arrive hungry after your flight from Vancouver to Ottawa, you will find over 10 food options located throughout Ottawa Airport (YOW), from cafes and snack bars to sit down restaurants. Out of these, Tim Horton’s, which is located in the public area on level 1, is open 24h a day.
  • Travellers who need to care for their infants upon arrival can head to one of the nursing rooms at Ottawa Airport, where they can feed and care for their child in privacy. There are 3 rooms in the gated area next to gates 2, 14 and 18, and one room in the public area on level 1. All locations are accessible 24h a day.
  • If you would like to book a hotel close to Ottawa Airport, check out the Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport Hotel, the Days Inn Ottawa Airport Hotel, or the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa Airport Hotel. They are all located within 4min of the airport and offer a free airport shuttle.
  • Metred taxi rates apply if you wish to take a taxi to get to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) before your trip. If you are heading there from the downtown area, the ride will cost around C$ 32 and will take about 25min.
  • Travellers can stop for a nail or spa treatment while waiting for their flights from Vancouver to Ottawa by heading to Absolute Spa, located next to Gate C47 in the domestic terminal at Vancouver International Airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Vancouver to Ottawa?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Vancouver Intl to Ottawa.
Find which airlines fly direct from Vancouver Intl Airport to Ottawa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Vancouver Intl to Ottawa

Monday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +11 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +12 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +10 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +11 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +10 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +11 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +10 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +11 more

Friday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +11 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +12 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +9 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +10 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +9 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +10 more

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Direct returns

Ottawa to Vancouver Intl

Monday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +10 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +11 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +9 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +10 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +9 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +10 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +11 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +12 more

Friday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +9 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +10 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +9 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +10 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +10 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +11 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Vancouver to Ottawa

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Vancouver to Ottawa. 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 Vancouver to Ottawa? 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.
8.0
Porter AirlinesOverall score based on 318 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.7Crew
7.0Entertainment
7.6Food
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All good the seats a little tight and no I pad screen

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2025YYZ - RSW
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All good the seats a little tight and no I pad screen

Everything was good except the fact you charge more for a carry on bag vs a check in bag and to top it off in US$ that was not impressive

Our flight was cancelled at the last minute for maintenance reasons and we were rebooked on a late flight when we purposefully booked our flight to be home early due to work.

Seemed like an old plane. Very noisy. The seat cushions were so old that the metal bracing of the seats were poking through. There was plenty of leg room though.

Flight was delayed over 2 hours, then landed at a different airport!

The whole experience from check in to deboarding was fantastic.

Just an evening before they canceled my ticket and offered me ticket costing 3 x times more than. I will not fall prey to these scams,Will never book through kayak now. Such a bad experience.

was okay except.. 1)the porter check in webpage doesn't let you print your boarding pass from home 2)that there was a 90 min cut off for checking in on the kiosk in general, and to print a boarding pass, even tho i checked in online already....

Great! Personable crew. I love that they pour complimentary beer and wine.

I love the 2 seats per row. More room. The crew were excellent.

Check in slow even though completed online check in, there was no bag drop available so had to query for 90mins as only 2 staff on desks.

Flying to a far away destination is a miracle in itself, so please take these with a grain of salt. The seats are a bit tired, and need a freshen up. The entertainment could be a bit newer, especially with all services available now. The food really is where we need help. But again, flying is a privilege, so all is good.

Not so much porter it's your site! Not good

They are a sister company with Air Transat and the two companies do not work well together. If you have any issues the two companies will blame each other and you will miss your flights. The help line does not help

Never book through a third party. Book through Air transats website. Terrible process to get help and many issues happen with them and sister companies because half the flights you book with them aren’t even through air transat.

The plane was pretty full, and we dis not have any includes meal for our 4h30 flight? And on-board entertainment wasn't available, there was no TV or plugging to charger your device on the plane. They told us to download an app if we wanted to watch movies but it never connected, that was a disappointment, the r we st was very good though and the crew were really nice!

Seats were very tight especially for first leg of trip.

Not necessarily a Transat issue but it took 2 hours to go through immigration. Tried to reach out to Transat for resolution but was unable to reach an agent.

The flight was excellent, once it started, however we were delayed two hours when the first plane’s engines wouldn’t start. They found another identical plane and transferred us and our luggage in under two hours and made up almost an hour in the air.

Really low cost trip for the huge amount I paid…o paid 550 dollars just for the trip, one way trip, plus 95 for 1 luggage’s and the second 135 dollars…no blanket, not headphones for entertainment, food was served after 3 hours and 2 hours after, breakfast was served Bad, low cost company for high prices

Staff were courteous and helpful. The only negative was the flight delays (which are usually unavoidable) and the high baggage price.

Could not fly out of Canada. Called airlines on Monday, July 14th. Tried to cancel the flight 7 days away, but they said I could not cancel and there would be no refund.

A little disorganized but overall good. The Delta flights were great though

Price was good. Entertainment and food could have been better

Our flight info was lost as the original booking was with westjet... almost missed our outbound flight trying to get it corrected. Inbound we had to reschedule completely as they didn't have our information and resold our seats ending up getting home much later than planned. The confirmation numbers we received from justfly for westjet didn't help anything with delta as they said we needed a delta confirmation which we never received. I talked with justfly and they said it's the airlines problem and with westjet and they said it is the 3rd party bookers issue.... so, not fun

Flight itself good .Landing at terminal3 and connections to terminal1,it is connections nightmare,specially for disable person

They kept making changes to the itinerary. I actually wasn't able to go and i tried to get flight credit in exchange for the ticket, but the customer service chat was taking way too much time.

The seats very Uncomfortable, no meal and no entertainment for a 4Hours flight. Smooth Flight, Great Take off and landing. Superb crew!

WestJet canceled my booking, replaced it with a booking that didn't work (departing from cruise ship), and didn't offer any flights that did work. Their only option was for me to cancel and go to another airline for more money. Which I did.

Flights were cancelled setting me in panic mode since my much needed weekend escape with friends was only a short one. No apologies given at the airport nor on the plane. Flight was rescheduled

Not happy with Air Canada’s frequent flights cancellation and delays.

There was no food other than pretzels or a single cookie for a 4.5 hour flight. The in-flight entertainment system was not available on the back of the seat - instead I had to use my cell phone and the plane's wifi - which drained my battery even though my phone was plugged into the seat ahead of me and should have been charging - it did not. Very irritating.

The flight wose Daley 2hr I lost my connect flight i wose delay one day and I am not happy

the seats aren't the most comfy -- too little padding and I could feel whatever the passenger behind me was doing. Otherwise, it's all good.

I’m writing to share my deep frustration with a recent experience, which I feel reflects a troubling trend in the airline industry—one where customer care often takes a backseat to profit maximization. First, I do want to acknowledge a positive aspect: I appreciated that your team accommodated a seat change due to my medical needs without charging an additional fee. This gesture made a genuine difference during my trip, and I’m thankful for that. That said, the overall experience left me extremely disappointed. The ticket I purchased for myself and a companion turned out to be “basic”—a fare category I now understand to be non-refundable and non-transferable. Unfortunately, my travel companion was involved in a car accident and could not fly. Not only was I unable to receive any kind of reimbursement, but I also couldn't transfer the ticket to someone else, despite the flight being overbooked by three passengers. This inflexibility felt exploitative. To add to the frustration, I had to shoulder additional unexpected expenses: overpriced in-flight food and a costly baggage fee on my return trip. The entire process felt more like a profit-maximizing scheme than a customer service experience. I understand that airlines, like any business, need to remain financially viable. However, creating fare structures that penalize customers during emergencies, while simultaneously overbooking flights, comes across as deeply unfair. It’s hard to feel like a valued passenger in this environment. While I don’t expect much will come of this message, I do hope Air Canada takes this feedback seriously. There’s an opportunity to lead with integrity in an industry where choices for consumers are becoming more limited and experiences increasingly transactional.

Boarding is a mess. The lines all jammed together and no one knows which line was for which zone. The flight was delayed and the plane taxied on tarmac for more than 30 mins before we could get off. Overall not a bad flight. But the boarding part can do better.

During the pre-departure safety briefing, the flight attendants rushed through the mandatory safety announcements in both official languages, making it difficult for passengers to clearly understand the instructions. Given the importance of these messages for passenger safety, this lack of clarity was concerning. Perhaps use a recoded message to alleviate this concern. Additionally, the flight attendants appeared to lack the professional attentiveness typically expected during a flight. Rather than focusing on timely and courteous service, they seemed more engaged in personal conversations than in addressing the needs of passengers. I hope this feedback is taken constructively and helps in maintaining the high standards of professionalism and care that travelers expect from a national carrier: AC.

Very good AC Rouge flight YYZ-TPA. Great crew, all went smoothly. Thank you!

Service is pretty good. Sandwiches have to be purchased but I’ve bought my own food. Seat was comfortable and various movies to chose from.

Very nice Crew! Not much entertainment, but it was only a short flight, so it is okay for this flight.

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