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Cheap Flight Deals from Ottawa to Vancouver (YOW-YVR)

 
These are the cheapest deals for flights from Ottawa to Vancouver currently on KAYAK along with options from the most popular airlines KAYAK users selected for this route. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Vancouver

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Ottawa to Vancouver.
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6:30 am - 1:19 pmYOW-YVR
9h 49m1 stop
8:55 am - 8:50 pmYVR-YOW
8h 55m1 stop
$139WestJet
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Sat, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 20
6:30 am - 4:29 pmYOW-YVR
12h 59m1 stop
6:15 pm - 5:33 amYVR-YOW
8h 18m1 stop
$162WestJet
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Thu, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 6
6:15 am - 4:29 pmYOW-YVR
13h 14m2 stops
8:55 am - 8:50 pmYVR-YOW
8h 55m1 stop
$166WestJet
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Sat, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 20
6:55 pm - 9:34 pmYOW-YVR
5h 39mnonstop
8:55 am - 8:50 pmYVR-YOW
8h 55m1 stop
Sat, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 20
6:30 am - 11:35 amYOW-YVR
8h 05m1 stop
5:45 pm - 5:33 amYVR-YOW
8h 48m2 stops
Thu, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 5
6:00 pm - 8:13 pmYOW-YVR
5h 13mnonstop
9:15 pm - 4:57 amYVR-YOW
4h 42mnonstop
$291Air Canada
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Sat, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 20
6:25 am - 3:25 pmYOW-YVR
12h 00m1 stop
12:35 pm - 12:42 amYVR-YOW
9h 07m1 stop
$319Porter Airlines
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Mon, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 25
2:50 pm - 9:11 pmYOW-YVR
9h 21m1 stop
10:05 pm - 8:17 amYVR-YOW
7h 12m1 stop
$321Porter Airlines
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Wed, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 14
6:00 am - 8:39 amYOW-YVR
5h 39mnonstop
8:30 am - 4:00 pmYVR-YOW
4h 30mnonstop
$370Air Canada
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 18
9:05 am - 11:22 amYOW-YVR
5h 17mnonstop
7:20 am - 2:57 pmYVR-YOW
4h 37mnonstop
$505Air Transat
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Fri, May 16 - Sun, May 25

Flights from Ottawa to Vancouver - Travel Insights & Trends

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

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

The average price of all flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Vancouver on a Sunday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to Ottawa, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport, 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 Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport is May, where tickets cost $223 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of tickets is $428 and $329 respectively.

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

The average 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.
No, with an average price for the route of $492, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 141 days before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

August

Cheapest flight

$77
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Ottawa to Vancouver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Vancouver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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 Ottawa to Vancouver flights

  • How much does a taxi from Vancouver International Airport to the city centre cost?

    How much you’ll pay for a taxi is dependent on which one of the 12 zones you’ll be travelling to within the city. Taxi fares range from C$ 20 in zone 1 to C$ 40 in zone 12. For example, Vancouver’s city centre includes zones 8, 9, 10 and 11. However, most hotels and must-see attractions are located in the Downtown/Kitsilano area of zone 8. A fixed taxi fare for zone 8 is C$ 32. Zones 9 (Canada Place/Downtown), 10 (Ballantyne Pier) and 11 (Stanley Park) cost C$ 36, C$ 37 and C$ 38, respectively.

  • Are there any restaurants in the arrivals area of Vancouver International Airport?

    Yes, there are fast food restaurants and cafes located in the arrivals area, most of them open every day until 9:00 pm. Starbucks and White Spot are open until 11:00 pm.

  • Are there any airport services for people travelling in large groups?

    The airport offers a service called Vancouver Skycap Porters, which helps passengers with their luggage from the baggage claim area to their vehicle. You’ll pay a flat fee of C$ 10 for up to three pieces of luggage, including pet carriers, and an extra C$ 2 for each additional piece. They have a first come first served policy, so there is no need to book the service in advance.

  • Can I travel from Vancouver International Airport straight to Whistler?

    Vancouver International Airport is the only international airport in Canada servicing Whistler. Travellers can catch a long-distance bus, called the YVR Whistler Skylynx, from the airport, departing from level 2 of the arrivals area of the international terminal. Schedules vary according to the season and tickets can be bought online or directly at the counter on level 2. A one-way ticket costs C$ 65 and discounts are often available for tickets purchased online.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ottawa to Vancouver Intl Airport was $77 for a one-way ticket and $139 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ottawa to Vancouver?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Ottawa and Vancouver.

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ottawa to Vancouver are Porter Airlines and WestJet. With an average price for the route of $304 and an overall rating of 7.8, Porter Airlines is the most popular choice. WestJet is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $329 and an overall rating of 7.3.

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

    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 Ottawa to Vancouver.

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

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

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $292 or less one-way and $482 or less round-trip.
  • Your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver will arrive at the domestic flights terminal of Vancouver International Airport (YVR). If this is a connecting flight, the international fligthts terminal is within walking distance in the same main terminal building.
  • Unless you're travelling with a lot of luggage that may potentially make travelling more challenging, the easiest way to go from the airport to the city centre is by taking the Canada Line express train to downtown Vancouver (30min) or downtown Richmond (18min). A one-way ticket costs C$ 9.50.
  • If you’ve arranged with your accommodation for a complimentary shuttle to pick you up from the airport, all vehicles, regardless of which hotel they service, pick up passengers on the green canopy area outside level 1 of the domestic flight’s terminal. In case of a delay or a no-show, use one of the courtesy phones available nearby.
  • For passengers in need of emotional support or a space to practice their faith, there’s an interfaith chapel on level 2 of the arrivals area in the international terminal, open 24/7. Volunteers are available every day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
  • If you need to rest after your flight from Ottawa to Vancouver, book a room for four, six or eight hours at the onsite Fairmount Vancouver Airport Hotel after you’ve landed at Vancouver International Airport.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Ottawa to Vancouver?

Find which airlines fly direct from Ottawa Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Ottawa to Vancouver Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +4 more

ANA, Air Canada, +5 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +4 more

ANA, Air Canada, +5 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +4 more

ANA, Air Canada, +5 more

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Nonstop returns

Vancouver Intl to Ottawa

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +4 more

ANA, Air Canada, +5 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +4 more

ANA, Air Canada, +5 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +4 more

ANA, Air Canada, +5 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Ottawa to Vancouver

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ottawa to Vancouver. 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 Ottawa to Vancouver? 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.
7.8
Porter AirlinesOverall score based on 287 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
6.8Entertainment
7.6Food
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The check-in staff, boarding staff, and flight crew were all very friendly. Really miss the Porter lounge in Ottawa.

10.0 ExcellentJoan, Nov 2024YOW - YYZ
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The check-in staff, boarding staff, and flight crew were all very friendly. Really miss the Porter lounge in Ottawa.

Thanks for giving a beer to everyone in the seat infront of me and then telling me that I can’t have one because they are going to land. I guess I need to pay for a seat and then pick one in the very front of the plane

The flight was delayed by more than one hour. The terminal was consequently overcrowded and hot. We lost our car reservation and hit rush hour traffic in Boston, which added two hours stuck in traffic to our trip.

Awesome, the whole way through. Thank you, this is the new Canadian Airline benchmark.

We were given a complimentary seat upgrade which was so unexpected but so lovely!

Porter was excellent. Boarding was a breeze. The seats were a little uncomfortably but the overall trip was excellent.

Only packaged snacks were served. It was a flight at lunchtime and a hot meal would have been a great.

Reserve check-in was very slow compared to regular check-in. Internet was slow

Lavatories broke with an hour to go. At least we were on time.

Chaotic boarding, but mostly my issues are with Toronto airport

more room between seats. will check out other airlines. uncomfortable - knees crammed against seat ahead

Flight diverted but info was really poor, ev3n with airport staff. The cats desi was a km away ,

We are experiencing more delays with westjet than other companies. West jet used to be our favorite airline.

Credit to the check-in staff for offering no-charge to check our carryon. We had 2 checked suitcases already, and it was easier instead of at the gate.

Was a short flight, not good or bad. Extremely cramped and I'm only 6feet 1inches. 295lbs.

Average at best. Typical of WestJet these days. Crew far from friendly.

The flight attendants could have been mote professional, talking about other people's life choices loudly and rudely. Delay to board which seems more and more standard with westjet.

The premium did not live up to expectations. The seats were tight and looked like there was no more room at the rear of the plane for seating then at the front of the plane. Instructions were not provided for entertainment. It was difficult to get the app. The app is not user-friendly. It requires too many inputs by the consumer to get to the correct page.

Premium class - the food could have been much better such as a veggie tray or fruit tray or cheese & crackers.

I paid Premium class. Given that it’s double the cost, my expectations are higher. I left the flight beyond hungry because they would not give me another dinner, though I know there were several left as we do not pre-order between the two entrees. After this flight I decided the extra cost isn’t worth it.

The flight was delayed and made the connecting flight a last minute dash across Vancouver airport.

Very comfortable aircraft -8320-200 airbus-even thru turbulence . Crew were not attentive. One drink and stale pretzels. Crew were not interacting or smiling with passengers.

Lots of delays, they should be more concerne about their customers

The seats really could do with some extra padding. The staff member who checked me in at Calgary was amazing. Friendly and lovely.

On time, boarding was quick. Leg room plenty, entertainment choice great. Friendly hosts too

I booked through Kayak but was charged in US dollars. Kayak should ensure that its site clearly indicates the currency. I missed the tiny US icon in the top right corner and paid another $60 for the return flight from Vancouver to Kelowna.

It got me from A to B in one piece and in good time. Back of seat tv didn't work. Snacks are a joke

The service was excellent from start to finish. However, it’s best not to order a gluten free meal because they combine it with dairy free, fat free, low sodium, and every other specialty diet variation that exists, and serve you boiled chicken and mashed potatoes for lunch. Yuk!

I liked the plane, a Boeing 787. Having to buy food on a domestic flight (although now common on other airlines too) is an irritant.

After several delays, the flight was canceled. I was “lucky” and able to get rebooked on a flight that left two hours later. The flight itself was fine although I didn’t like my meal. Flight delays and cancellations are far too common on Air Canada.

The flight was canceled. We only found out at the airport. We had to book another flight which cost us more then the whole trip booked through Kayak. Lynx took our email and was supposed to write us with an alternate flight. We never received an email. They talked about reimbursement which was to be explained in the email (which we never received).

The online system for Lynx air to pay for additional baggage is not satisfactory. I was charged 100+$ for my suitcase when I tried to explain that the online payment was not functional using the app and showed screenshots of the same. In the end I gave up and paid and went ahead.

No snacks, just water.... could have been better. The actual flight was good.

Flight delayed by 4 hours but no communication. With passengers until after the posted departure time became apparent the flight was not going to board even close to on time.

Flight was sent canceled. The absolute most useless staff I have ever witnessed. Utterly careless - literally could not care less. 100% never using this airline again.

Poor communication at the check in counter and boarding gates.

Other then the screaming baby the flight was fine, nothing special

Check in experience was smooth, and the flight attendants were courteous and friendly. Very positive experience overall, thank you all!

Flight arrived late but other than that everything else okay

Great price for a new plane. Only offered water which we knew.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Ottawa to Vancouver found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
1/23Thu
1 stopWestJet
9h 49mYOW-YVR
$77
12/6Fri
1 stopWestJet
29h 29mYOW-YVR
$83
12/11Wed
2 stops
11h 19mYOW-YVR
$115
12/15Sun
1 stop
18h 16mYOW-YVR
$122
1/23Thu
nonstopPorter Airlines
5h 39mYOW-YVR
$138
1/28Tue
nonstopPorter Airlines
5h 39mYOW-YVR
$139
12/25Wed
nonstopAir Transat
5h 39mYOW-YVR
$263
12/25Wed
1 stopAir Canada
7h 49mYOW-YVR
$266
12/26Thu
1 stopAir Canada
7h 35mYOW-YVR
$279
12/26Thu
nonstopAir Transat
5h 39mYOW-YVR
$360

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Last minute flights from Ottawa to Vancouver

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Ottawa to Vancouver that are departing in the next 10 days.
11/27Wed
multi-stopWestJet
8h 32mYOW-YVR
12/3Tue
multi-stopWestJet
8h 55mYVR-YOW
$279
11/27Wed
multi-stopWestJet
16h 37mYOW-YVR
12/3Tue
multi-stopWestJet
8h 55mYVR-YOW
$287
11/29Fri
nonstopPorter Airlines
5h 39mYOW-YVR
12/17Tue
nonstopPorter Airlines
4h 50mYVR-YOW
$628
11/29Fri
nonstopPorter Airlines
5h 39mYOW-YVR
12/12Thu
nonstopPorter Airlines
4h 50mYVR-YOW
$635
11/29Fri
nonstopPorter Airlines
5h 39mYOW-YVR
12/15Sun
nonstopPorter Airlines
4h 50mYVR-YOW
$681
11/30Sat
nonstopPorter Airlines
5h 39mYOW-YVR
12/17Tue
nonstopPorter Airlines
4h 50mYVR-YOW
$717
11/30Sat
nonstopPorter Airlines
5h 39mYOW-YVR
12/14Sat
nonstopPorter Airlines
4h 50mYVR-YOW
$724
11/30Sat
nonstopPorter Airlines
5h 39mYOW-YVR
12/15Sun
nonstopPorter Airlines
4h 50mYVR-YOW
$770
11/27Wed
nonstopPorter Airlines
5h 39mYOW-YVR
12/3Tue
nonstopPorter Airlines
4h 50mYVR-YOW
$772
11/27Wed
nonstopPorter Airlines
5h 39mYOW-YVR
12/3Tue
multi-stopPorter Airlines
8h 12mYVR-YOW
$773

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