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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Ottawa? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,714. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Ottawa.R 1,537 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,537, select.
Ottawa.R 1,537 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,537, select.
Ottawa.R 1,592 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from New York Newark on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,592, select.
Ottawa.R 1,610 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from New York Newark on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,610, select.
Ottawa.R 1,687 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,687, select.
Ottawa.R 1,694 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,694, select.
Ottawa.R 1,759 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from New York Newark on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,759, select.
Ottawa.R 1,767 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from New York Newark on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,767, select.
Ottawa.R 1,845 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,845, select.
Ottawa.R 1,852 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from New York Newark on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,852, select.
Ottawa.R 1,971 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,971, select.
Ottawa.R 1,997 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from New York Newark on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,997, select.
Ottawa.R 2,025 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,025, select.
Ottawa.R 2,044 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from New York Newark on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,044, select.
Ottawa.R 2,098 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from New York Newark on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,098, select.
Ottawa.R 2,276 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,276, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Ottawa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Ottawa flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jul
from R 1,537
Aug
from R 1,537
Sep
from R 1,971
Oct
from R 1,852
Nov
from R 1,687
Dec
from R 2,025
Jan
from R 1,694
Feb
from R 1,845
Mar
from R 2,276
Apr
from R 2,332
May
from R 2,975
Jun
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Direct flights from New York to Ottawa

Alternative New York to Ottawa routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York to Ottawa? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Ottawa International

11km from central Ottawa
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from R 1,537
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Ottawa Gatineau

15km from central Ottawa
from R 16,298
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New York to Ottawa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,537
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 41 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week103

Finding cheap flights from New York to Ottawa: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Ottawa: Ottawa International and Ottawa Gatineau.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Ottawa is R 3,665. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 41 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Ottawa.
United, Republic Airways and Porter Airlines fly direct from New York to Ottawa.
As of July 2026, there are 103 flights per week flying from New York to Ottawa.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Ottawa is usually July.
If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Ottawa is Ottawa International – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Ottawa. We've found flights into this airport from R 3,665.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Ottawa on Wednesday, 29 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 41 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Ottawa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Ottawa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. July is typically the warmest month in Ottawa, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -16°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Ottawa is Porter Airlines .

Travelling from New York to Ottawa: what you need to know

  • Organising your flight from New York to Ottawa begins with finding the right airport to kick off your trip. New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.

  • Disembark at Ottawa International Airport (YOW), the major arrival point in Ottawa.

  • Jump on a direct New York to Ottawa flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Ottawa's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as New York.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your New York to Ottawa flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Ottawa

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap New York to Ottawa flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from New York to Ottawa is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and score an awesome deal.

  • You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on cheap flights from New York to Ottawa.

  • Find a cheap New York to Ottawa flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from New York

New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

  • We make it easy to find a New York to Ottawa flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)

  • Located around 21 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near New York John F. Kennedy Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Ottawa, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

  • 73% of flights leaving from New York John F. Kennedy Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

New York Newark Airport (EWR)

  • Rather start your trip at New York Newark Airport (EWR)? This popular hub offers direct flights from New York to Ottawa, seamlessly connecting you to Ottawa International Airport (YOW).

  • From EWR, you can lock in a direct New York to Ottawa plane ticket with United Airlines.

  • Break up your New York to Ottawa flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between New York Newark Airport and Ottawa include:

    • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from New York to Ottawa? Relax in a hotel near New York Newark Airport before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, New York Newark Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Searching for a ticket from New York to Ottawa with one or more stops can offer you more choice of departure times on top of cheaper fares. When leaving from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to Ottawa:

    • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)

  • LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.

  • Sleep a little longer and still make your New York to Ottawa flight without having to rush. These hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:

  • Flights that leave from LGA reach their destination on schedule 69% of the time.

  • New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Ottawa

Ottawa International Airport (YOW)

  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Ottawa, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near YOW:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Ottawa International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Ottawa's main sights.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Ottawa International Airport about two weeks before your trip.

  • You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.

Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)

  • If you're staying in Ottawa's centre (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 14 kilometres from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND). Look for any visitor information desks to point you in the right direction after hopping off your flight from New York to Ottawa.

  • You'll find some great places to lay your head close to YND. Tuck yourself in after your New York to Ottawa flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Usually, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from YND as soon as your plans are confirmed.

Best time to go to Ottawa

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from New York to Ottawa. July is the most popular month to visit Ottawa. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in November.

  • The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your New York to Ottawa ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from New York to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).

More about Ottawa

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ottawa right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from New York to Ottawa:

  • Rideau Canal National Historic Site and Parliament Hill are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Ottawa itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.

Explore more of Canada

  • Ottawa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres southwest of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Toronto Islands.

  • Montreal is another standout destination in Canada and is around 161 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without dropping by Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, Montreal International Jazz Festival and Cirque du Soleil.

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