Flights Montreal — Ottawa

Q: Which airlines fly this route?

The majority of flights are operated by Air Canada and Air Transat. Connecting flights or codeshare routes from Lufthansa, Swiss, and other international carriers are also available.

Q: Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from Montreal land at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).

Cheap flights Montreal — Ottawa

Below you can see the best deals on flights Montreal — Ottawa for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 17 July, from AED 287.

Top 10 cheap flights Montreal — Ottawa

Direct flights Montreal — Ottawa

Direct flight options for Montreal — Ottawa with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by TAP Portugal — travel time is 44 min.

Top 10 direct flights Montreal — Ottawa

About the Montreal — Ottawa flight

On this page, you can find and book flights from Montreal to Ottawa. The shortest distance between the cities is 167 km, and with about 79 flights per week, it's easy to find a convenient departure time.

Flights on this route are operated by airlines such as Air Canada and Air Transat. Since ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the low-fare calendar and price trend chart. To help with your logistics, information is also available on how to get to the airport in Montreal and how to get from Ottawa airport.

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Flight schedule Montreal — Ottawa

The table shows direct flights Montreal → Ottawa on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 44 min. Regular flights are operated by Air Canada, Lufthansa, Swiss and Air Transat. Departures from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport and St. Hubert Airport airports, arrivals at Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: Montreal — Ottawa

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Montreal — Ottawa by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 287 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,056 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Montreal → Ottawa, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 677	low	May	AED 802	medium	Sep	AED 777	medium
Feb	AED 677	low	Jun	AED 902	high	Oct	AED 752	medium
Mar	AED 777	medium	Jul	AED 1,003	high	Nov	AED 677	low
Apr	AED 752	medium	Aug	AED 952	high	Dec	AED 952	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures reaching 26.5°C, while the coldest is January, when the mercury drops to -12.7°C. Precipitation peaks in April, bringing about 113.78 mm of rainfall.

The lowest flight prices are recorded in February, starting AED 287. The most expensive period to fly is April, when ticket costs can reach AED 1,056.

September is considered the optimal time for a trip: comfortable temperatures of 21.2°C are combined with a minimum number of rainy days and prices starting AED 288. It is best to avoid booking for April due to weather conditions and higher ticket prices.

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How to get the best deal on a Montreal — Ottawa ticket

Choose flights on Tuesday or Wednesday, as mid-week departures from Montreal to Ottawa are often cheaper than weekend travel.
Keep in mind that on such a short route (167 km), many airlines, including Air Canada, offer budget-friendly fares without checked baggage, allowing you to find tickets AED 287.
Monitor the price trend chart on the page to catch seasonal price drops, which are typical for the autumn months.
For short business trips, it is more cost-effective to book tickets 3–4 weeks before departure, when carriers release their best-priced offers.

Airlines

Regular air service on this route is provided by 8 airlines, with Air Canada and Air Transat playing the leading roles. Thanks to the high frequency of flights (about 79 per week), passengers have access to mostly direct flights, with Air Canada providing the most frequent schedule. You can check the detailed schedule for specific days of the week and choose the best option in the list below.

Air CanadaAC
62x/week
WebsiteFleet: 20346M pax/year
- Direct flight YUL → YOW62x/week
  Duration
  48m
  Days
  un,MonS
79.2%Open →
LufthansaLH
6x/week
WebsiteFleet: 38764.5M pax/year
- Direct flight YUL → YOW6x/week
  Duration
  45m
  Days
  un,MonS
8.1%Open →
SwissLX
4x/week
WebsiteFleet: 11221.1M pax/year
- Direct flight YUL → YOW4x/week
  Duration
  45m
  Days
  un,MonS
5.1%Open →
Air TransatTS
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 405M pax/year
- Direct flight YUL → YOW2x/week
  Duration
  55m
  Days
  un,MonS
2.5%Open →
Brussels AirlinesSN
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 468.3M pax/year
- Direct flight YUL → YOW2x/week
  Duration
  44m
  Days
  un,MonS
2.5%Open →
EmiratesEK
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 26051.9M pax/year
- Direct flight YUL → YOW1x/week
  Duration
  46m
  Days
  un,MonS
1.3%Open →
Turkish AirlinesTK
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 49283.4M pax/year
- Direct flight YUL → YOW1x/week
0.8%Open →
TAP PortugalTP
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 9415.9M pax/year
- Direct flight YUL → YOW1x/week
  Duration
  44m
  Days
  un,MonS
0.4%Open →

Cities and airports on the Montreal — Ottawa route

Flights Montreal — Ottawa depart from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport and St. Hubert Airport and arrive at Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

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Montreal

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Ottawa

YOW

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About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Canada

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Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYUL
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St. Hubert AirportYHU
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Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International AirportYOW
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Frequently asked questions about the Montreal — Ottawa flight

How long is the flight from Montreal to Ottawa?

The distance between the cities is only 167 km. A direct flight usually takes between 45 and 55 minutes, including takeoff and landing.

Which airlines fly this route?

The majority of flights are operated by Air Canada and Air Transat. Connecting flights or codeshare routes from Lufthansa, Swiss, and other international carriers are also available.

Are there direct flights from Montreal to Ottawa?

Yes, this is a popular domestic route with approximately 79 flights per week, most of which are direct.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from Montreal land at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).

How can I find the cheapest ticket?

The cost of flying changes constantly based on demand. The current lowest prices for various months and dates are always available in the low-fare calendar on this page.

Where else you can fly from Montreal

Toronto∙14 July

AED 435

New York City∙15 July

Washington, D.C.∙2 July

AED 712

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