Cheap Flights from Chicago to Ottawa from $191

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Ottawa (CHI-YOW)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Apg Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $191 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MDW to YOW on Sat, Jun 13), while Porter Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $468 departing on Sun, Jun 28 and returning on Fri, Jul 3.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Chicago to Ottawa?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Chicago to Ottawa with the following airlines, including: United Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Chicago (CHI) to Ottawa (YOW) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 2 hours 15 minutes to fly from Chicago (CHI) to Ottawa (YOW).

• When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to Ottawa?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Ottawa is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Chicago to Ottawa?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 2 flight per week flying from Chicago to Ottawa. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: United Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UA3402 (18:35)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Chicago to Ottawa?

  To find best deals on flights from Chicago to Ottawa, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Jun 13, with one-way flights priced at just $191.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is United Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Ottawa travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Chicago (CHI) to Ottawa (YOW) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Ottawa is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to Ottawa on?

  After crunching the numbers on our June flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Ottawa on June 24, 2026 with Porter Airlines, with prices starting at $168.

• Which airports can I fly to for Ottawa from Chicago?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Ottawa, with Chicago Midway International Airport to Ottawa International Airport (MDW-YOW) is by far the most common option on this route: Ottawa International Airport (YOW) Gatineau-Ottawa Executive Airport (YND).

• Is there any time difference between Chicago and Ottawa?

  The time difference between Ottawa and Chicago is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Chicago to Ottawa?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.