$167 Cheap flight deals from Chicago (CHI) to Ottawa (YOW)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Chicago to Ottawa

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 8
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
YOW
Macdonald-Cartier Intl.
$648 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$648
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Dec 1 from O'Hare Intl. to Macdonald-Cartier Intl., returning Sun, Dec 8, priced at $648 found 5 days ago

Airfares from $167 One Way, $388 Round Trip from Chicago to Ottawa

Prices starting at $388 for return flights and $167 for one-way flights to Ottawa were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 12
MDW
Chicago
YOW
Ottawa
$388 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$388
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 7 from Chicago to Ottawa, returning Thu, Dec 12, priced at $388 found 6 days ago
Sat, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 12
MDW
Chicago
YOW
Ottawa
$411 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$411
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 7 from Chicago to Ottawa, returning Thu, Dec 12, priced at $411 found 6 days ago
Tue, Dec 17 - Sat, Dec 21
MDW
Chicago
YOW
Ottawa
$437 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$437
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 17 from Chicago to Ottawa, returning Sat, Dec 21, priced at $437 found 6 days ago
Mon, Dec 23 - Sat, Dec 28
MDW
Chicago
YOW
Ottawa
$452 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$452
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 23 from Chicago to Ottawa, returning Sat, Dec 28, priced at $452 found 6 days ago
Tue, Dec 17 - Sat, Dec 21
MDW
Chicago
YOW
Ottawa
$461 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$461
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 17 from Chicago to Ottawa, returning Sat, Dec 21, priced at $461 found 6 days ago

More About Flying To Ottawa from Chicago

Route Information for Flights from Chicago to Ottawa

Origin Airport IATA Code
CHI
Destination Airport IATA Code
YOW
Distance
653 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Air Canada, Avianca, Emirates, ANA, Air New Zealand, United Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
3:31PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
2:24AM UTC

Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Ottawa

Airports in Chicago

The city of Chicago is primarily served by two international airports. Travelers looking for low-fare flights from Chicago can use Orbitz.com to find flights from both O'Hare and Midway. O'Hare International Airport is located approximately 17 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. Midway International Airport is located on the city's southwest side, approximately eight miles from Chicago's Loop. O'Hare serves as a hub for American Airlines and United Airlines, and Midway is a hub for Southwest Airlines.

Chicago Airport Parking

Daily, hourly, and valet parking are available at O'Hare. Rates vary from $2.00 to $10.00 per hour. An economy parking lot is also available at a rate of $2.00 per hour. Similar parking options and rates apply at Midway.

Chicago Airport Transportation

There are numerous transportation options for getting to and from both O'Hare and Midway. O'Hare can be accessed via regional trains, buses, and local mass transit lines. The CTA Blue Line offers a fast and convenient transportation option to and from this airport. Midway is served by the CTA Orange Line. Car rental services are available at both airports, and travelers can quickly book car rental services at either airport using Orbitz.com.

Chicago Airport Restaurants

Both O'Hare and Midway offer a variety of restaurant options for travelers. Restaurants located in both airports include Starbuck's Coffee, Chicago Style Hot Dogs, McDonald's, Auntie Anne's, Chili's, Cinnabon, and Dunkin Donuts, making it easy for visitors to grab a quick breakfast, snack, or meal. By using Orbitz.com, travelers can quickly and easily find low-fare flights from Chicago.

Ottawa International Airport

Ottawa International Airport is located at 1000 Airport Way, approximately eight miles from downtown Ottawa. Fourteen airlines service the airport, including US Airways, WestJet, United Airlines and Thomas Cook Airlines. If you're looking for flights to Ottawa, Orbitz.com makes it easy to find cheap tickets. The website searches different flight combinations, so you can book a flight that fits your travel budget.

Transportation from the Airport

You can take a taxi from the airport to downtown Ottawa for approximately $29. Buses also run between the airport and downtown. You can purchase bus tickets from the Ground Transportation Desk on Level 1. If you'd rather have your own vehicle while you're in Ottawa, you can make reservations for a rental car using Orbitz.com. Five rental car companies are located in the Parkside, directly across from the terminal.

Climate in Ottawa

The summer months in Ottawa are warm and humid, with temperatures that range from 86 degrees Fahrenheit to 104 degrees Fahrenheit. The winter months are cold and the city sees a lot of snow and ice. You can expect temperatures to drop well below freezing at night and stay just above freezing during the day. If you want to have decent weather and avoid the peak travel time, use Orbitz.com to book your trip during the late spring or early fall.

Highlights and Attractions

The Canadian War Museum, the Parliament Buildings and the Canada Aviation and Space Museum are popular attractions in Ottawa. In addition to finding flights to Ottawa, you can use Orbitz.com to plan the itinerary of your trip and purchase tickets to local attractions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from Chicago to Ottawa?
The journey from Chicago to Ottawa can be as quick as 2 hours and 35 minutes. With a short and sweet flight time like this, why not organize a spontaneous getaway?
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.