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Flight deals from Ottawa International to Calgary

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa International to Calgary? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Calgary.R 1,667 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,667, select.
Calgary.R 1,667 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,667, select.
Calgary.R 1,717 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,717, select.
Calgary.R 2,020 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,020, select.
Calgary.R 2,398 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,398, select.
Calgary.R 2,588 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,588, select.
Calgary.R 2,830 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,830, select.
Calgary.R 2,880 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,880, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Calgary

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa International to Calgary flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from R 1,717
May
from R 1,667
Jun
from R 1,667
Jul
from R 2,020
Aug
from R 2,588
Sep
from R 2,830
Oct
from R 3,004
Nov
from R 3,156
Dec
from R 3,356
Jan
from R 3,272
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Direct flights from Ottawa International to Calgary

Ottawa International to Calgary: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ottawa International to Calgary below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Calgary.

Ottawa to Calgary: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,667
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time4 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week86

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa International to Calgary: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa International to Calgary is R 3,214. 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.
4 hours and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa International to Calgary.
Delta, WestJet and KLM fly direct from Ottawa International to Calgary.
As of April 2025, there are 86 flights per week flying from Ottawa International to Calgary.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Calgary is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa International Airport to Calgary Airport on Sunday, 18 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 31 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 Calgary 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 Calgary is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Calgary.

Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Calgary International Airport is 4 hours 29 minutes. Calgary's timezone is UTC-6, making Calgary 2 hours behind Ottawa.

  • Flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Calgary International Airport start from 00:52 — the first with WestJet. The latest departure is the 21:05 service with Air Canada. In total, there are 46 services every week between YOW and YYC.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • WestJet is your ticket to exploring Calgary (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Canada!). Choose from the direct flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Calgary International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • You won't need your passport or a visa for travel within Canada. You will need a valid form of identification however, such as a driver's license or an ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've found cheap ticket from YOW to YYC.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Calgary International Airport is R 1,667. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,214. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from YOW to YYC.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Calgary International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from YOW to YYC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Calgary International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Travelling from central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport takes approximately 43 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YOW:

Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)

Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary

  • Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Calgary. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 1 minute.

When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Calgary International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Calgary in May.

  • The warmest month in Calgary is August, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Calgary International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to YYC in December. Average temperatures are between -18ºC and 0ºC then.

More about Calgary

  • Once you've booked your flights from YOW to YYC, you'll want to find a hotel in Calgary. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum are major attractions which should feature on every Calgary itinerary.

Complete your Calgary trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Calgary International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Calgary getaway.

Plan the rest of your trip from Ottawa to Calgary

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