Cheap Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Calgary (YYC)

Airlines that fly from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)

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Cheap Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Calgary (YYC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Porter Airlines
WestJet
Porter Airlines
WestJet
WestJet
WestJet
Porter Airlines
Porter Airlines
WestJet
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Flight from Ottawa to Calgary route information
Origin airport
Macdonald-Cartier Intl.
Destination airport
Calgary Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Porter Airlines, WestJet
Return price
AU$169
Distance
2860 km

Your quick guide to flights from Ottawa to Calgary

Pick up great flights from Ottawa to Calgary

With Expedia, you have your pick of 7 flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Ottawa to Calgary. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Ottawa to Calgary that take around 4 hours.

Find cheap flights from Ottawa to Calgary

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$169 to AU$200, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Calgary around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Calgary is normally in December.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Ottawa Intl. Airport to YYC?
Round-trip flights from Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) to YYC Calgary International Airport start from AU$169. This is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — make your booking ASAP to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from YOW to YYC?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee depends on your airline. If you do have to cancel your getaway, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Ottawa Intl. Airport to YYC that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Ottawa Intl. Airport to Calgary Intl. Airport (YYC) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from YOW to Calgary Intl. Airport (YYC)?
The flying distance between YOW and YYC Calgary International Airport is 2 900 kilometres. Close your eyes or finish that novel and the journey will zip by.
Which airlines fly direct from YOW to YYC?
Air Canada (AC) is the number one choice for many travellers. It offers 60 flights from Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) to YYC Calgary International Airport each month. Another carrier operating on this route is WestJet (WS). You’ll have 47 flights each month to take your pick of.
Are Ottawa Intl. Airport to Calgary Intl. Airport (YYC) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some super cheap fares from YOW to YYC surfacing a few weeks before the date of departure. If you’d rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines publish prices that far in advance.
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