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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa to Victoria? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,002. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Victoria

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa to Victoria flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Ottawa to Victoria: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,150
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineAir Transat
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Victoria: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in Victoria: Victoria Inner Harbor, Victoria International, Maple Bay, Ganges Harbor, Nanaimo, and Vancouver International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Victoria is R 4,002. 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.
5 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa to Victoria.
Air Transat and Porter Airlines fly direct from Ottawa to Victoria.
As of March 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Ottawa to Victoria.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Victoria is usually April.
If you're flying from Ottawa, the cheapest airport near Victoria is Victoria International – which is 24.8 km away from the centre of Victoria. We've found flights into this airport from R 4,002.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Victoria on Friday, 10 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 29 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 Victoria 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 Victoria is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. August is typically the warmest month in Victoria, when it usually averages around 21°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 2°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Victoria is WestJet. And the cheapest airline that flies to Victoria International Airport is Porter Airlines.

Flying from Ottawa to Victoria: what you need to know

  • Many great adventures start from Ottawa's main airport, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Check out the options for catching a flight from Ottawa to Victoria departing from this terminal.

  • When it comes to touching down in Victoria, Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is a key hub. Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH) is another.

  • The average time for a direct Ottawa to Victoria flight is 5 hours 20 minutes.

  • To ensure you catch your Ottawa to Victoria flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Victoria

  • Lock in cheap Ottawa to Victoria flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.

  • The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Ottawa to Victoria is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on cheap flights from Ottawa to Victoria.

  • Lock in a cheap Ottawa to Victoria flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Ottawa

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Set out from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) on a nonstop flight from Ottawa to Victoria. From YOW, you can land directly at Victoria International Airport (YYJ).

  • Reserve your Ottawa to Victoria plane tickets with Porter Airlines. This airline is a popular choice for direct flights from YOW.

  • Travelling from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Victoria or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

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

  • You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.

Arriving in Victoria

Victoria International Airport (YYJ)

  • Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Victoria. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa to Victoria, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YYJ:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Victoria International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Avis and chase adventure across Victoria and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Victoria International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Ottawa to Victoria flight.

Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)

  • Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH) is about 0.64 kilometres from central Victoria. Once you've disembarked your flight from Ottawa to Victoria, it takes approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 10 minutes.

Best time to go to Victoria

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Victoria. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Victoria in February.

  • Before locking in your Ottawa to Victoria tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Victoria, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).

  • February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from Ottawa to Victoria around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Victoria

Explore more of Canada

  • Victoria has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 97 kilometres north of Victoria, a visit to Vancouver will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.

  • Surrey is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 88 kilometres north-east of Victoria. No trip is complete without seeing Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.

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