On this page, you can book flights for the New York — Ottawa route. The 541 km journey takes just over an hour, and a high frequency of about 42 weekly departures allows you to choose the most convenient flight time.
Flights are operated by United Airlines, Air Canada, and Porter Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar. You should also check the information on how to get to the departure airport and how to get from the airport to your destination.
The table shows direct flights New York City → Ottawa on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 37 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Air Canada, Porter Airlines and Air Transat. Departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia 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.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for New York City — Ottawa by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 438 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 689 in n. 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.
New York City → Ottawa, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 866 | low | May | AED 962 | medium | Sep | AED 962 | medium |
| Feb | AED 842 | low | Jun | AED 1,059 | high | Oct | AED 914 | medium |
| Mar | AED 818 | low | Jul | AED 1,131 | high | Nov | AED 890 | low |
| Apr | AED 914 | medium | Aug | AED 1,107 | high | Dec | AED 1,083 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with an average temperature of 26.5°C, while the coldest is January, when the mercury drops to -12.7°C. Rainfall peaks in April and June, while September is considered the driest period.
The most budget-friendly flights are available in August, starting AED 421, while the most expensive time to travel is March, when ticket prices rise AED 689. During the summer months, prices also remain moderate; for example, a flight in July starts AED 474.
In terms of both savings and weather conditions, August appears to be the optimal choice for a trip. It is best to avoid March if your goal is to minimize travel expenses when planning your flight.
Four airlines provide flights between these cities, with United Airlines and Air Canada serving as the primary carriers. There are approximately 42 flights per week on this route, including direct options, ensuring consistent connectivity. A detailed schedule, information on aircraft types, and specific departure days are provided in the interactive list below.
Flights New York City — Ottawa depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County 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 distance between the cities is 541 km. The approximate travel time for a direct flight ranges from 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, excluding taxiing time at the airport.
Regular flights are operated by airlines such as United Airlines, Air Canada, Air Transat, and Porter Airlines.
Yes, there are a sufficient number of direct flights available on this route, making travel as fast and convenient as possible for both business and private trips.
Flight prices constantly change depending on the season and demand. You can always find the current minimum and best offers for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from New York arrive at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
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