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Cheap flights from Ottawa to New York

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). 337 miles, 1h 10m nonstop.

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YOW to JFK at a glance

Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.

Distance
337 milesgreat-circle
Typical flight time
1h 10mnonstop, gate to gate
Nonstop airlines
AADL2 airlinesAmerican, Delta
Nonstop flights per day
2all airlines combined
Cheapest month
January 2027over the next six months
Best day to fly
Tuesday19% less than Sunday
Time difference
Same time zone

Ottawa to New York

Round trips from $101

Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Tue, Jan 26.

Cheapest month: January 2027

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Ottawa to New York fares by month

Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.

  1. September 2026from Tue, Sep 29$127
  2. October 2026from Wed, Oct 7$112
  3. November 2026from Tue, Nov 10$114
  4. December 2026from Wed, Dec 9$111
  5. January 2027from Tue, Jan 26$101
  6. February 2027from Wed, Feb 10$101

Airlines flying Ottawa to New York

2 airlines fly nonstop with 2 departures a day combined, plus 1 more with one stop.

Connecting options

Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.

Which airport should I use?

OttawaNew York has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.

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Tips for this route

  • Only American and Delta fly this route nonstop, which keeps nonstop fares firm. A one-stop itinerary through PVD or BDL is usually cheaper if you can spare the extra three to five hours.
  • January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $101; September 2026 is the most expensive at $127 and up, a difference of $26 per traveler.
  • Departing on a Tuesday averages 19% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
  • Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
  • At 337 miles this is a short hop of 1h 10m, so an early-morning departure, which is usually the cheapest and most punctual of the day, costs you little sleep.

Destination guide

New York: Three airports, five boroughs, endless reasons to go

New York is the most-flown destination in the US, served by JFK, LaGuardia and Newark. Fares are competitive year-round thanks to nonstop service from nearly every major airport, and the subway makes a car unnecessary.

Best time to visit: April–June and September–early November bring mild weather and manageable crowds. December is magical but expensive; January and February have the lowest fares and hotel rates.

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Ottawa to New York: common questions

How long is the flight from Ottawa to New York?

A nonstop flight from Ottawa (YOW) to New York (JFK) takes about 1h 10m gate to gate, covering 337 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.

Which airlines fly nonstop from YOW to JFK?

American Airlines and Delta Air Lines operate nonstop flights from Ottawa (YOW) to New York (JFK), with 2 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through PVD and BDL.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to New York?

Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Ottawa (YOW) to New York (JFK), starting at $101 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.

How far in advance should I book Ottawa to New York flights?

Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.

What is the time difference between Ottawa and New York?

New York is in the same time zone as Ottawa, so there is no clock change. YOW is on America/Toronto time and JFK on America/New York time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.

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