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

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New York to Ottawa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 9,925
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week340

Finding cheap flights from New York to Ottawa: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Ottawa: Ottawa International and Ottawa Gatineau.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Ottawa is ₹ 22,972. 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.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Ottawa.
United, Republic Airways and Air Canada fly direct from New York to Ottawa.
As of October 2025, there are 340 flights per week flying from New York to Ottawa.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Ottawa is usually November.
If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Ottawa is Ottawa International – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Ottawa. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 22,972.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Ottawa on Wednesday, 26 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In October, the average temperature is usually around 8°C. July is typically the warmest month in Ottawa, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -16°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Ottawa is Porter Airlines .

Flying from New York to Ottawa: what you need to know

  • You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from New York to Ottawa. Check out your options for departing New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • Touch down at Ottawa's chief entry point, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).

  • The average duration of a direct New York to Ottawa flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • New York and Ottawa are both in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • To ensure you don't miss your New York to Ottawa flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Ottawa

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap New York to Ottawa flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from New York to Ottawa is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up an incredible deal.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from New York to Ottawa.

  • Find a cheap New York to Ottawa flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper New York to Ottawa flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from New York to Ottawa? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • You can book a direct flight from New York to Ottawa out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Nonstop services from EWR will get you to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).

  • United Airlines offers direct New York to Ottawa plane tickets from EWR. Book your preferred window seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.

  • Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your New York to Ottawa flight, check out these options when leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport:

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • EWR is about 14 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to Ottawa, kick back in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure reflects how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Choosing a ticket from New York to Ottawa with a stop or two can offer you more departure time choices and access to better fares. When departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here's where you can detour to on your way to Ottawa:

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Make taking an early New York to Ottawa flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:

  • LGA has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 80.0%, so you can count on your flight to stay on course and touch down as expected.

  • LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Ottawa

Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)

  • Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.

  • It usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near YND:

  • Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover parts of Ottawa that aren't the typical tourist stops. You can book your wheels with Hertz.

  • Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks in advance to lock in the best possible deal. If you're going away during a busy period, it's wise to book your New York to Ottawa flight even earlier.

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Once your flight from New York to Ottawa has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is approximately 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).

  • You can expect the journey to take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and be on your way in a flash.

  • Score the best price by booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.

  • You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.

Best time to go to Ottawa

  • Have a think about your trip dates before securing your flight from New York to New York. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can get busy. Visit New York in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your New York to Ottawa ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for cheap flights from New York to Ottawa around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Ottawa

  • After booking your flight from New York to Ottawa, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are must-visits when exploring Ottawa.

Explore more of Canada

  • Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres to the south-west, popular attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.

  • If you're looking to explore another great destination in Canada, consider Montreal, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are the start of reasons to visit.

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