$147 Cheap Flights from Thunder Bay (YQT) to Ottawa (YOW)

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Popular airlines from Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) to Ottawa International Airport (YOW)

Cheap Flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa (YQT-YOW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $147 for one-way flights and $302 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Porter Airlines
Thu, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 22
YQT
Thunder Bay
YOW
Ottawa
$302 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $302 found 1 day ago
Air Transat
Fri, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 23
YQT
Thunder Bay
YOW
Ottawa
$322 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Air Transat flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $322 found 20 hours ago
Porter Airlines
Wed, Dec 17 - Mon, Jan 5
YQT
Thunder Bay
YOW
Ottawa
$332 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$332
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 17 from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, returning Mon, Jan 5, priced at $332 found 8 hours ago
Porter Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 11
YQT
Thunder Bay
YOW
Ottawa
$332 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$332
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $332 found 3 days ago
Porter Airlines
Sun, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 17
YQT
Thunder Bay
YOW
Ottawa
$335 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$335
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 14 from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $335 found 3 hours ago
Porter Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 11
YQT
Thunder Bay
YOW
Ottawa
$340 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $340 found 15 hours ago
Porter Airlines
Sun, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 2
YQT
Thunder Bay
YOW
Ottawa
$342 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $342 found 2 days ago
Porter Airlines
Tue, Dec 16 - Mon, Jan 5
YQT
Thunder Bay
YOW
Ottawa
$346 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$346
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, returning Mon, Jan 5, priced at $346 found 8 hours ago
Air Canada
Fri, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 23
YQT
Thunder Bay
YOW
Ottawa
$360 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$360
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $360 found 20 hours ago
WestJet
Wed, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 3
YQT
Thunder Bay
YOW
Ottawa
$1,008 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,008
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Wed, Dec 24 from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, returning Sat, Jan 3, priced at $1,008 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Thunder Bay (YQT) to Ottawa (YOW)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $219 - $443 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Ottawa

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. YOW. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 15 minutes. Flights from $340
YOW
Macdonald-Cartier Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $340

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $147 or cheap return flight from $302 from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
Planning your trip for November is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between YQT and YOW. You'll often find the lowest fares during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
Fly directly from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) on a Porter Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare travel time, airlines and fares all in one place. Select your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see which carrier offers the cheapest YQT to YOW flight.
How many flights per day from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
On average, Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) only offers 1 direct flight to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) daily. For more choices, try our easy-to-use filter tool. Simply enter your travel details, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
The 12 PM departures from YQT to YOW are the most sought after. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from YQT to YOW?
If you fly on a Sunday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW).
What is the earliest flight from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
The earliest flight departing from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) is at around 6:00AM UTC-5. Hop on this flight and you'll arrive at Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) at approximately 8:20AM UTC-5. The entire trip takes 2h 20m.
How long does it take to fly from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
Flights from YQT to YOW have an average travel time of 2 hours and 15 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 680 mi.
What airline has the least delays from YQT to YOW?
Consider traveling with Porter Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) without any interruptions. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 84%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
Select a flight from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Ottawa from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT)?
Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) is the only airport in Ottawa with direct flights from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT). Explore your options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from YQT to YOW right before your journey is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a YQT to YOW flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a YQT to YOW flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having it all in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then tailor your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) to Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW)?
If you booked your YQT to YOW flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
Thunder Bay Intl.
Destination airport
Macdonald-Cartier Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air Transat, Porter Airlines, WestJet
Roundtrip price
$302
Distance
677 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 10 mins

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Thunder Bay to Ottawa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Thunder Bay to Ottawa

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Thunder Bay to Ottawa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $147 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Thunder Bay to Ottawa flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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