Lowest fares from Ottawa to New York
Ottawa to New York at a glance
- Nonstop flights
- Porter and United, to Newark
- Flying time
- About 1h 10m nonstop
- Distance
- 542 km
- Leaving from
- Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier (YOW)
- Arriving at
- JFK, LaGuardia (LGA) and Newark (EWR)
- Time difference
- New York is usually on the same time as Ottawa.
- Cheapest time
- January and February are usually cheapest; December is the priciest month.
- Entry for Canadians
- Canadian citizens don't need a visa for tourist trips to the US, but a valid passport is required to fly. Rules change, so confirm on the Government of Canada's travel advice page before you book.
Nonstop airlines are based on each airport's published routes (September 2026). Schedules change, so always check your dates.
Cheapest month to fly Ottawa to New York
Lowest one-way fare in Canadian dollars (CAD) found in recent searches for each month. Round trips usually cost a bit less than two one-way tickets. Tap a month to search it.
Ottawa to New York fares in our daily checks
We check the cheapest one-way fare from Ottawa to New York every morning. We have 27 days of results so far, from Oct 15, 2026 to Nov 10, 2026. In Canadian dollars:
- Lowest fare we saw
- $153 one way, on Oct 27, 2026 (for travel in December 2026)
- Typical daily low
- $169 to $236: the middle half of each day's cheapest fare
- Latest check
- $220 on Nov 10, 2026
- Cheapest travel month so far
- December 2026 (median $161 over 14 days); priciest: November 2026 (median $237)
- Airlines selling these fares
- Porter Airlines Canada, Porter Airlines
- Stops on the cheapest fare
- Usually nonstop (27 of 27 days)
From Viorvo's own daily price checks (Travelpayouts fare data). These are the lowest one-way fares found in searches that day, not a quote, and they can be gone by the time you search. How we work these out.
How these figures are worked out, and what they are not: our data and method.
How to fly Ottawa to New York for less
- Compare nonstop with one-stop. Nonstop on this route: Porter and United, to Newark. One-stop fares are sometimes cheaper, but check how much time they add before you choose.
- Be flexible by a few days. Use the month chart and the Viorvo price calendar to see which days are cheapest; midweek departures are often lower.
- Compare airports on both ends. Montréal–Trudeau (YUL), about two hours' drive away, often has more flights and lower fares.
- Getting to the airport in Ottawa: OC Transpo buses connect the airport to the O-Train and downtown.
- Arriving in New York: Compare all three airports, since Newark is often cheapest. The AirTrain plus subway or NJ Transit costs far less than a taxi.
- Check what's included. The cheapest fares often exclude checked bags and seat selection, so compare the total price for your trip.
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Ottawa to New York flights: common questions
How much is a flight from Ottawa to New York?
In recent searches, one-way fares from Ottawa to New York started at $220. Fares change daily, so check the fares board above for the latest prices and dates.
Is there a direct flight from Ottawa to New York?
Yes. Nonstop flights between Ottawa and New York: Porter and United, to Newark. Schedules change, so the fares board above shows what's available for your dates.
How long is the flight from Ottawa to New York?
A nonstop flight covers about 542 km and takes roughly 1h 10m. With one connection, the whole trip usually takes about 3 to 5 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Ottawa to New York?
Nonstop: Porter and United, to Newark. Many other airlines sell connecting trips, and the fares board above compares them all, cheapest first.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to New York?
January and February are usually cheapest; December is the priciest month. The month chart above shows the cheapest months in recent searches.
Which airports serve New York?
New York is served by JFK, LaGuardia (LGA) and Newark (EWR). Comparing every airport is one of the easiest ways to find a cheaper fare.
What do Canadians need to travel to New York?
Canadian citizens don't need a visa for tourist trips to the US, but a valid passport is required to fly. Rules change, so confirm on the Government of Canada's travel advice page before you book.
What's the time difference between Ottawa and New York?
New York is usually on the same time as Ottawa.
How much have Ottawa to New York fares varied in your price checks?
In 27 days of daily checks (from Oct 15, 2026 to Nov 10, 2026), the cheapest one-way fare on a typical day was between $169 and $236 and the lowest we saw was $153. December 2026 has been the cheapest travel month so far.
What's the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to New York?
See the month chart above for the cheapest month in recent searches. As a rule of thumb: January and February are usually cheapest; December is the priciest month.