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On this page, you can book flights from Chicago to Ottawa. The distance between the cities is 1,038 km, with approximately 14 scheduled flights operating weekly.
Flights are provided by airlines such as United Airlines, Air Canada, and Emirates. Ticket prices are dynamic; to find the best deals, use our price chart as well as information on how to get to the airport in Chicago and how to get from Ottawa airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Chicago — Ottawa by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $201 in ,, and the most expensive are around $356 in y. 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.
Chicago → Ottawa, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $459 | high | May | $344 | low | Sep | $351 | low |
| Feb | $466 | high | Jun | $434 | high | Oct | $357 | low |
| Mar | $395 | medium | Jul | $446 | high | Nov | $351 | low |
| Apr | $383 | medium | Aug | $440 | high | Dec | $389 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest time in Ottawa is July, with temperatures reaching up to 26.5°C, while the coldest month is January, when the temperature drops to -12.7°C. Peak precipitation occurs in April and June, which should be taken into account when planning your trip.
The most budget-friendly month to fly is July, with prices starting $193. The peak price period is January, when the minimum fare increases to $301.
September is an optimal month for travel, offering mild weather and affordable fares $211. Conversely, the winter months may be less comfortable due to severe frosts and higher ticket costs.
There are 3 airlines operating on this route, with the primary carriers being United Airlines and Air Canada. Approximately 14 flights are scheduled weekly, including both direct options and flights with convenient connections. To view the exact schedule for specific dates and choose your preferred class of service, please refer to the detailed list of airlines below.
Flights Chicago — Ottawa depart from O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport and Chicago Rockford International 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.
The average travel time for a direct flight covering a distance of 1,038 km is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. The exact duration depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
Scheduled flights are operated by United Airlines, Air Canada, and Emirates. A full list of current carriers and their schedules is provided on this page.
Flight prices change constantly. To find the lowest price, we recommend using the low-price calendar and monitoring the price dynamics chart on our website.
Flights arrive at Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), which is the main air gateway to Ottawa.
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