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      Saint John.C$522 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 5, returning Wed, Sep 17.Round-trip flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Ottawa International on Fri, Sep 5, arriving in Saint John.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Saint John on Wed, Sep 17, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$522, select.
      Saint John.C$642 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 28, returning Mon, Sep 1.Round-trip flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Ottawa International on Thu, Aug 28, arriving in Saint John.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Saint John on Mon, Sep 1, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$642, select.
      Saint John.C$644 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 26, returning Wed, Dec 31.Round-trip flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Ottawa International on Fri, Dec 26, arriving in Saint John.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Saint John on Wed, Dec 31, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$644, select.
      Saint John.C$848 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 3, returning Sun, Nov 9.Round-trip flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Ottawa International on Mon, Nov 3, arriving in Saint John.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Saint John on Sun, Nov 9, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$848, select.
      Saint John.C$951 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 25, returning Tue, Aug 26.Round-trip flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Ottawa International on Mon, Aug 25, arriving in Saint John.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Saint John on Tue, Aug 26, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$951, select.

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      Ottawa to Saint John: Alternative routes

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

      Ottawa to Saint John: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundC$522
      Cheapest month to flySeptember

      Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Saint John: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Saint John is C$522. 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.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ottawa to Saint John. But we found flights with one stop from C$522.
      There are no flights flying from Ottawa to Saint John, as of August 2025.
      The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Saint John is usually September.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Saint John Airport on Friday, September 5, 2025.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa and Saint John Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      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 Saint John 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 Saint John is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
      The cheapest airline that flies to Saint John is Air Canada.

      Flying from Ottawa to Saint John Airport (YSJ): What you need to know

      • Kick off your travels at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), the main airport in Ottawa. Search for flights from Ottawa to Saint John Airport (YSJ) that jet out of this terminal.

      • The timezone in Saint John is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Ottawa. Saint John Airport is located in Saint John.

      • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Ottawa to YSJ. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.

      Airports in Ottawa

      Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)

      • Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.

      • Booked an early flight from Ottawa to Saint John Airport? Stay at a hotel close to Ottawa Gatineau Airport, such as Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport will also put you moments from the departure gate.

      Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

      • With public transport, you can travel from central Ottawa to YOW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.

      • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Ottawa to YSJ flight? Check in to a hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:

      • 58.21% of flights departing Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

      • The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.

      About Saint John Airport (YSJ)

      • If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Saint John Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near YSJ:

      • Pick up a Saint John Airport rental car and explore Saint John and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Avis and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.

      • Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Ottawa to Saint John Airport flight can help you score a better rate.

      Getting from Saint John Airport (YSJ) to central Saint John

      • Saint John Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Saint John. How long it takes to get to the centre by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.

      • Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Saint John Airport (YSJ)

      • C$218 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Saint John Airport. A return flight starts at C$522. These prices can change based on availability.

      • To find cheap flights from Ottawa to YSJ, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

      • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Ottawa to Saint John Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

      • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Ottawa to YSJ.

      • Lock in a cheap flight from Ottawa to Saint John Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

      The best time to fly from Ottawa to Saint John Airport (YSJ)

      • August is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Saint John Airport (YSJ). Plan your visit to Saint John in February for a more low-key escape.

      • The warmest month in Saint John is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Lock in your Ottawa to YSJ flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

      • Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Saint John Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).

      More about Saint John

      Explore more of Canada

      • Saint John has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Saint John, a trip to Halifax will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada, Silver Sands Beach and The Halifax Public Gardens.

      • Around 121 kilometres north-east of Saint John, Moncton is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Irishtown Nature Park, Centennial Park and Acadian Museum.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Ottawa to Saint John

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