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Flight deals from Ottawa International to Iqaluit

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa International Airport to Iqaluit Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,974. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Iqaluit.R 7,574 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Canadian North.Outbound indirect flight with Canadian North, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Iqaluit.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,574, select.
Iqaluit.R 7,581 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Canadian North.Outbound direct flight with Canadian North departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Iqaluit.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,581, select.
Iqaluit.R 7,582 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Canadian North.Outbound direct flight with Canadian North departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Iqaluit.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,582, select.
Iqaluit.R 7,589 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Canadian North.Outbound direct flight with Canadian North departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Iqaluit.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,589, select.
Iqaluit.R 7,596 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May.One-way flight with Canadian North.Outbound direct flight with Canadian North departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 14 May, arriving in Iqaluit.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,596, select.
Iqaluit.R 11,400 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Canadian North.Outbound direct flight with Canadian North departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Iqaluit.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,400, select.
Iqaluit.R 12,116 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Canadian North.Outbound direct flight with Canadian North departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Iqaluit.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,116, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Iqaluit

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa International to Iqaluit flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 12,116
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from R 7,574
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from R 11,400
Oct
from R 7,581
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Direct flights from Ottawa International to Iqaluit

Ottawa International to Iqaluit: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ottawa International to Iqaluit below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Iqaluit.

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Ottawa to Iqaluit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,574
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineCanadian North
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa International to Iqaluit: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa International to Iqaluit is R 13,661. 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.
3 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa International to Iqaluit.
Canadian North flies direct from Ottawa International to Iqaluit.
As of July 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Ottawa International to Iqaluit.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Iqaluit is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa International Airport to Iqaluit Airport on Monday, 19 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 6 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 Iqaluit 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 Iqaluit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Canadian North offers the cheapest flight tickets to Iqaluit.

Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Iqaluit Airport (YFB): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Iqaluit Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • Flights from YOW to YFB start from 07:00 — the first with Canadian North. The last service of the day is at 15:40 with Canadian North. In total, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Iqaluit Airport flights.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your YOW to YFB flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • Canadian North is your gateway to discovering Iqaluit (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Canada!). Browse the direct flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Iqaluit Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Canadian North is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • Canadian North is the most punctual carrier operating YOW to YFB flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Iqaluit Airport (YFB)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Iqaluit Airport flight is R 7,574. A round-trip ticket right now is R 13,661. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Score cheap tickets from YOW to YFB by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Iqaluit Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YOW to YFB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Iqaluit Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.

  • When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.21% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Iqaluit Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near YOW:

Arriving at Iqaluit Airport (YFB)

  • Book a hotel near YFB if you're taking a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Iqaluit Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab an Iqaluit Airport rental car and explore parts of Iqaluit that most visitors tend to miss. Browse the options available from Budget.

  • Increase your chances of getting the lowest price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Iqaluit Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good idea.

Getting from Iqaluit Airport (YFB) to central Iqaluit

  • From Iqaluit Airport, Iqaluit is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to Iqaluit Airport (YFB)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Iqaluit Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Iqaluit in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Iqaluit Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Iqaluit, with the temperature ranging from 3ºC (37ºF) to 16ºC (61ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YOW to YFB in February. Average temperatures are between -36ºC (-33ºF) and -10ºC (14ºF) then.

Explore more of Canada

  • Iqaluit is just scratching the surface of what Canada offers. Extend your trip to Pangnirtung, which is around 306 kilometres away to the north-east. From Kekerten Territorial Park to Hudson Bay Company Blubber Station, there's no shortage of things to do in this popular city.

  • Your trip through Canada isn't complete without visiting Qikiqtarjuaq. Auyuittuq National Park Office and Broughton Island are just a couple of highlights in this destination, which is around 467 kilometres north-east of Iqaluit.

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