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Flight deals from Halifax International to Ottawa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Halifax International Airport to Ottawa? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,704. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Ottawa.R 1,843 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Halifax International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,843, select.
Ottawa.R 1,853 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Halifax International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,853, select.
Ottawa.R 2,274 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Halifax International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,274, select.
Ottawa.R 2,274 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Halifax International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,274, select.
Ottawa.R 2,637 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Halifax International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,637, select.
Ottawa.R 2,754 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Halifax International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,754, select.
Ottawa.R 2,767 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Halifax International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,767, select.
Ottawa.R 2,893 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Halifax International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,893, select.
Ottawa.R 3,142 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Halifax International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,142, select.
Ottawa.R 3,651 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Halifax International on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,651, select.
Ottawa.R 3,754 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Halifax International on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,754, select.
Ottawa.R 3,784 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Halifax International on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,784, select.
Ottawa.R 3,823 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Halifax International on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,823, select.
Ottawa.R 3,986 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Halifax International on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,986, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Halifax International to Ottawa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Halifax International to Ottawa flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 2,767
Aug
from R 2,637
Sep
from R 1,853
Oct
from R 1,843
Nov
from R 2,754
Dec
from R 3,142
Jan
from R 3,651
Feb
from R 3,823
Mar
from R 3,784
Apr
from R 3,754
May
from R 3,986
Jun
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Direct flights from Halifax International to Ottawa

Alternative Halifax International to Ottawa routes

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

Ottawa International

11km from central Ottawa
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from R 1,843
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Ottawa Gatineau

15km from central Ottawa
from R 15,979
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Halifax to Ottawa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,843
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineAir Transat
Average flights per week110

Finding cheap flights from Halifax International 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 Halifax International to Ottawa is R 3,687. 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.
2 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Halifax International to Ottawa.
Air Transat, Porter Airlines and Porter Airlines Inc fly direct from Halifax International to Ottawa.
As of July 2026, there are 110 flights per week flying from Halifax International to Ottawa.
The cheapest month to fly from Halifax International to Ottawa is usually September.
If you're flying from Halifax International Airport, 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 3,687.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Halifax International Airport to Ottawa on Friday, 11 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 15 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.
Currently, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ottawa.

Flying from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Ottawa: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-5. The city is one hour behind Halifax, where Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located.

  • Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the most traveled route, with 47 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from YHZ to YOW is with Air Canada at 21:55. Go for the first departure operated by Porter Airlines at 06:30 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your YHZ to Ottawa flight.

  • Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Begin your journey at YHZ and fly nonstop to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). That will be your arrival point when searching for Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa tickets.

  • Book your seat with Air Canada. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa.

  • YHZ is about 27 kilometres from central Halifax. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to YHZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Halifax Stanfield International Airport, 67% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Ottawa

  • R 1,843 is currently the best price for a one-way Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa flight. Return plane tickets start from R 3,687. These prices can change based on availability.

  • To find cheap flights from YHZ to Ottawa, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across every month and bag an awesome deal.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from YHZ to Ottawa by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa.

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YOW:

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from YHZ to Ottawa.

  • The street address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.

Best time to go to Ottawa

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Ottawa based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YHZ to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).

More about Ottawa

  • Start your Ottawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Ottawa, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal National Historic Site and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.

Explore more of Canada

  • Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the southwest, popular attractions include CN Tower, The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.

  • Montreal is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without dropping by Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.

Plan the rest of your trip from Halifax to Ottawa

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