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£139 Find cheap flights from Ottawa to Halifax

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Ottawa to Halifax, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Halifax (YOW-YHZ)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Halifax that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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07:50 - 15:03YOW-YHZ
6h 13m2 stops
17:30 - 18:19YHZ-YOW
1h 49mdirect
£204Porter Airlines
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Tue, 28 May - Tue, 28 May
07:50 - 15:03YOW-YHZ
6h 13m2 stops
17:55 - 21:29YHZ-YOW
4h 34m1 stop
£207Porter Airlines
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Tue, 28 May - Tue, 28 May
07:15 - 09:54YOW-YHZ
1h 39mdirect
07:00 - 07:49YHZ-YOW
1h 49mdirect
£219Porter Airlines
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Mon, 27 May - Tue, 28 May
12:30 - 18:10YOW-YHZ
4h 40m1 stop
07:00 - 07:49YHZ-YOW
1h 49mdirect
£222Porter Airlines
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Sat, 18 May - Mon, 27 May
12:30 - 18:10YOW-YHZ
4h 40m1 stop
08:25 - 12:39YHZ-YOW
5h 14m1 stop
£226Porter Airlines
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Sat, 18 May - Thu, 30 May
16:55 - 19:34YOW-YHZ
1h 39mdirect
21:10 - 00:28YHZ-YOW
4h 18m1 stop
£227Porter Airlines
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Fri, 24 May - Mon, 27 May
16:10 - 23:34YOW-YHZ
6h 24m1 stop
09:15 - 18:14YHZ-YOW
9h 59m2 stops
£230Porter Airlines
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Sun, 26 May - Thu, 30 May
07:15 - 09:54YOW-YHZ
1h 39mdirect
08:25 - 12:39YHZ-YOW
5h 14m1 stop
£233Porter Airlines
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Sun, 19 May - Wed, 29 May
10:10 - 18:10YOW-YHZ
7h 00m1 stop
13:20 - 14:09YHZ-YOW
1h 49mdirect
£237Porter Airlines
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Sat, 11 May - Sat, 25 May
19:15 - 02:24YOW-YHZ
6h 09m1 stop
14:20 - 15:09YHZ-YOW
1h 49mdirect
£238Porter Airlines
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Mon, 20 May - Sat, 1 Jun

Flights from Ottawa to Halifax - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Ottawa to Halifax to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Halifax?

The average price of all flights from Ottawa to Halifax clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Ottawa to Halifax, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Halifax back to Ottawa, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Wednesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Halifax?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Halifax, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Ottawa to Halifax is April, where tickets cost £82 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of tickets is £186 and £176 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa to Halifax?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Halifax, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Ottawa to Halifax, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 80 days before departure.

How many flights are there between Ottawa and Halifax per day?

Each day, there are between 5 and 6 nonstop flights that take off from Ottawa and land in Halifax, with an average flight time of 1h 45m. The most common departure time is 07:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 41 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Tuesday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Ottawa and Halifax?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Ottawa to Halifax take?

A direct flight to Halifax will take on average 1h 39m to travel the 593 miles flying distance from Ottawa.

What’s the earliest departure time from Ottawa to Halifax?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Ottawa at 07:00 and will be landing in Halifax at 09:54.

What’s the latest departure time from Ottawa to Halifax?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Ottawa to Halifax jets off at 20:40 and lands at 23:19.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Ottawa to Halifax

Low season

January

High season

August

Cheapest flight

£139
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Ottawa to Halifax

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Halifax based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Ottawa to Halifax

  • How may travellers get to Ottawa International Airport from the city centre?

    From Ottawa Airport (YOW) to Downtown Ottawa, there are 5 ways to travel: bus, tram, taxi, vehicle, and towncar. The bus, which takes 34 minutes and costs about 3 CAD, is the least expensive option. The quickest and most affordable method to get from Ottawa Airport to Downtown Ottawa is via cab, which takes 14 minutes and costs about 28 CAD.

  • Are there any accessible services offered at Ottawa International Airport for those going from Ottawa to Halifax who have disabilities?

    Yes, in addition to the long-term parking lot, all garages at the Ottawa International Airport offer handicap parking for cars with a valid disability license plate or placard. The elevator lobbies are also adjacent to the parking areas for people with impairments. The YOW airport also offers wheelchair services, although people who require these services should make the request with their airlines in advance.

  • Where do I take a taxi from Halifax Airport to get to the city centre?

    You can take a taxi from outside the arrivals area, which will charge a fixed fare based on the zone you’re travelling to. Halifax is part of zone 14, so a taxi ride from the airport will cost C$ 64, HST included. To confirm how much you will pay for the trip or the zone you're travelling to, visit the ground transportation kiosk located in the arrivals area of the domestic terminal.

  • What public transportation can I take from Halifax Airport to get to the city centre?

    From Halifax Airport, you can take a bus to get to the city centre. Public MetroX bus 320 leaves from the airport every 30min during peak hours and every 60min the rest of the day, and a one-way ticket costs C$ 3.50. The exact fare must be paid to the bus driver. Alternatively, you can take a private bus to the city centre. Maritime Bus runs a seasonal route from May to October, and a one-way ticket costs C$ 22, which you can purchase online.

  • Where do I rent a car at Halifax Airport?

    Car rental companies at Halifax Airport have offices located on the lower level. Alamo, National, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Thrifty, Enterprise and Hertz are all available from the airport.

  • Are there any play areas for children in the arrivals area of Halifax Airport?

    Most play areas for kids are located in the departures area, on the first floor after security. However, passengers travelling with children can also visit the public observation deck on the top level by taking the elevator across from the bookstore. There's also a shop in the arrivals hall where you can buy toys called KidsWorks.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ottawa to Halifax?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ottawa to Halifax was £174 for a one-way ticket and £255 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Ottawa to Halifax?

    Ottawa airport is called Ottawa and the only airport in Halifax is Halifax Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Ottawa to Halifax?

    Only Air Canada offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Ottawa to Halifax flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Ottawa to Halifax?

    The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Ottawa to Halifax flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ottawa to Halifax?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Ottawa and Halifax.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Ottawa to Halifax?

    There are direct flights from Ottawa to Halifax on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ottawa to Halifax?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Ottawa to Halifax.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Ottawa to Halifax?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Halifax from Ottawa is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ottawa to Halifax?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Halifax with an airline and back to Ottawa with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ottawa to Halifax?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Halifax from Ottawa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Ottawa to Halifax

  • When flying from Ottawa to Halifax, the vast majority of passengers choose to arrive through Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ). Passengers travelling at YHZ Airport from significant Ottawa airports, such Ottawa International Airport (YOW), can easily explore nearby cities like Dartmouth, Truro, and Hantsport by taxi, bus, or rental vehicle.
  • Although there are alternative airports, like Charlottetown Airport (YYG), that connect travellers to Halifax from Ottawa, the bulk of corporate customers to Halifax opt to fly into YHZ Airport. Due to its proximity to Halifax city centre, where the majority of business offices are situated in Canada's province of Nova Scotia, YHZ Airport is a favorite among business visitors.
  • Most people who take a flight from Ottawa to Halifax do so from Ottawa International Airport. Although there are other neighboring airports, such as Montreal Trudeau Airport (YUL), that may connect travellers from Ottawa International Airport, many travellers prefer YOW Airport due to its superior access to more affordable public transportation connections.
  • After your flight from Ottawa to Halifax lands and you’re done with baggage claim, you’ll be just a 30min drive from the city centre.
  • Passengers arriving at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) are greeted with temporary art exhibitions in the baggage claim area, the main lobby and on the second level of the terminal. This is thanks to the airport’s community outreach program that supports and partners with local artists to make your airport experience pleasant.
  • If you wish to stay at a hotel close to the airport, book a room at the eco-friendly ALT Hotel located on the second level of the airport. The hotel is equipped with a gym and an indoor pool where you can wind down after your flight from Ottawa to Halifax.
  • For snacks and drinks, you have a few options in the arrivals hall following the baggage claim area. The options include Starbucks, Alexander Keith’s Ale House, A&W, Pannizza, Subway and Tim Hortons. If you’re looking for a different kind of meal, visit the ALT Hotel’s restaurant ALTcetera, which is open 24h.
  • If you’re travelling with pets, designated pet relief areas can be found outside the terminal building near the parking lot. If you need help locating these areas, ask for one of the Tartan Team volunteers for assistance. All volunteers wear a tartan vest, so you can’t miss them.
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Prefer to fly direct from Ottawa to Halifax?

Find which airlines fly direct from Ottawa to Halifax Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Ottawa to Halifax Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Halifax Intl to Ottawa

Monday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, Porter Airlines

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, +1 more

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Cheapest flights to Halifax from Ottawa found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Ottawa to Halifax found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
12/9Thu
2 stopsPorter Airlines
9h 20mYOW-YHZ
£139
27/6Thu
1 stopPorter Airlines
5h 05mYOW-YHZ
£149
9/5Thu
1 stopPorter Airlines
4h 40mYOW-YHZ
£178
8/5Wed
1 stopPorter Airlines
5h 55mYOW-YHZ
£189
3/5Fri
1 stopWestJet
20h 04mYOW-YHZ
£806

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Last minute flights from Ottawa to Halifax

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Ottawa to Halifax that are departing in the next 10 days.
30/4Tue
multi-stopPorter Airlines
4h 40mYOW-YHZ
4/5Sat
directPorter Airlines
1h 49mYHZ-YOW
£465
30/4Tue
multi-stopPorter Airlines
4h 40mYOW-YHZ
4/5Sat
multi-stopPorter Airlines
5h 29mYHZ-YOW
£468
29/4Mon
multi-stopPorter Airlines
6h 17mYOW-YHZ
4/5Sat
directPorter Airlines
1h 49mYHZ-YOW
£470
29/4Mon
multi-stopPorter Airlines
9h 15mYOW-YHZ
4/5Sat
multi-stopPorter Airlines
8h 03mYHZ-YOW
£473
30/4Tue
directPorter Airlines
1h 50mYOW-YHZ
2/5Thu
multi-stopPorter Airlines
8h 14mYHZ-YOW
£503
30/4Tue
multi-stopPorter Airlines
4h 40mYOW-YHZ
2/5Thu
multi-stopPorter Airlines
8h 14mYHZ-YOW
£506
29/4Mon
multi-stopPorter Airlines
7h 37mYOW-YHZ
29/4Mon
multi-stopPorter Airlines
5h 00mYHZ-YOW
£587
1/5Wed
multi-stopPorter Airlines
11h 30mYOW-YHZ
4/5Sat
multi-stopPorter Airlines
8h 03mYHZ-YOW
£597
30/4Tue
directPorter Airlines
1h 50mYOW-YHZ
1/5Wed
multi-stopPorter Airlines
5h 14mYHZ-YOW
£675
30/4Tue
directPorter Airlines
1h 50mYOW-YHZ
30/4Tue
multi-stopPorter Airlines
7h 50mYHZ-YOW
£680

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Ottawa - Halifax Flights

Departure:

Ottawa (YOW)Canada

Destination:

Halifax (YHZ)Canada

Return flight deals:

Halifax - Ottawa

Cabin classes:

£631

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