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Flight deals from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Ottawa International Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Ottawa International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$639. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Ottawa.C$277 per passenger.Departing Wed., Apr. 29.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed., Apr. 29, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$277, select.
Ottawa.C$278 per passenger.Departing Wed., Apr. 29.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed., Apr. 29, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$278, select.
Ottawa.C$282 per passenger.Departing Wed., May 13.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed., May 13, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$282, select.
Ottawa.C$296 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 8.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed., Jul. 8, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$296, select.
Ottawa.C$298 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 1.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu., Oct. 1, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$298, select.
Ottawa.C$299 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jul. 2.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu., Jul. 2, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$299, select.
Ottawa.C$299 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 4.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed., Nov. 4, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$299, select.
Ottawa.C$366 per passenger.Departing Mon., Mar. 30.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon., Mar. 30, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$366, select.
Ottawa.C$478 per passenger.Departing Mon., Mar. 23.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon., Mar. 23, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$478, select.
Ottawa.C$838 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 10.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon., Aug. 10, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$838, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Ronald Reagan to Ottawa International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Ronald Reagan to Ottawa International flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Washington Ronald Reagan to Ottawa International: Alternative routes

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

Ottawa International

11km from central Ottawa
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Ottawa Gatineau

15km from central Ottawa
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Washington D.C. to Ottawa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$277
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 33 mins
Most popular airlineJazz Air
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Washington Ronald Reagan to Ottawa International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Ronald Reagan to Ottawa International is C$636. 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 33 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Ronald Reagan to Ottawa International.
Jazz Air, Air Canada and United fly direct from Washington Ronald Reagan to Ottawa International.
As of March 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from Washington Ronald Reagan to Ottawa International.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Ronald Reagan to Ottawa International is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Ottawa International Airport on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 33 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 International 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.
Currently, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ottawa International.

Traveling from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for around 1 hour 36 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Ottawa and Washington DC share the same timezone (UTC-4).

  • Take your pick of 10 weekly flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. The 10:20 departure with Air Canada is the earliest flight available between DCA and YOW. Air Canada operates the latest service of the day at 12:55 if you're not into early starts.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Air Canada runs direct flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to check out the sights in Ottawa — plus maybe even more of Canada if time allows.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DCA and YOW include:

    • Pearson International Airport

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport

    • Newark Liberty International Airport

  • To find out if you need a visa to enter Canada, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most current information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from DCA to YOW.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • C$277 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. A return flight starts from C$636. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • Book 11 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from DCA to YOW.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from DCA to YOW. You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Play around with filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 43 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near DCA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near YOW:

Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 19 minutes.

  • Traveling to the center on public transport takes around 43 minutes.

When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from DCA to YOW sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

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