Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment. Washington, D.C. to Ottawa flights typically cost between £260 and £461 in October. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was £268 on Air Canada (3 Oct-10 Oct).

Question 1

How much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.Washington, D.C. to Ottawa flights typically cost between £260 and £461 in October.
The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was £268 on Air Canada (3 Oct-10 Oct).

Question 2

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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Airlines like Air Canada and United Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa in about 1h 31m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 34m. Airlines will cover a distance of 452 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Question 3

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 4

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa (average of £588). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £875). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Question 5

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Ottawa flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 6

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa

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The most flights from WAS to YOW are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ottawa ranges from 50.0 - 93.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 93.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Ottawa when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ottawa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -10.0 C).

Question 9

What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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Consider GoJet (71%), Air Canada (71%) or United Airlines (71%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa.

Question 10

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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Thursday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Ottawa.

Question 11

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 58 days in advance to save up to 181% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 58 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as £190, or £293 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to Ottawa. Flights to Ottawa from Washington, D.C. in January are about £282 on average during January, but can be found for as low as £129.

Question 13

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to YOW?

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It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Question 14

What airport do you fly into for flights to Ottawa from Washington, D.C.?

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Located just 6.6 mi from the city center, Ottawa is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Ottawa from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa (YOW) should be relatively easy as there are 8 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 0 different airlines.

Question 15

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Ottawa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 16

How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa.

Question 17

Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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Cheapflights makes it easy to find Washington, D.C. to Ottawa flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa?

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By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to Ottawa from Washington, D.C..

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Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa become cheaper?

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Round-trip from	£268
One-way from	£146
Popular in	March
Cheapest in	January
Average price	£315

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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Ottawa are usually found in January or November, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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