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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Ottawa.RM862 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Thunder Bay on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Thunder Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM862, select.
Ottawa.RM951 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun, returning Fri, 19 Jun.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Thunder Bay on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Thunder Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM951, select.
Ottawa.RM1,116 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Thunder Bay on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Thunder Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,116, select.
Ottawa.RM1,127 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Thunder Bay on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Thunder Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,127, select.
Ottawa.RM1,145 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Thunder Bay on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Thunder Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,145, select.
Ottawa.RM1,218 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Thunder Bay on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Thunder Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,218, select.
Ottawa.RM1,226 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Thunder Bay on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Thunder Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,226, select.
Ottawa.RM1,283 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Fri, 12 Jun.Return flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Thunder Bay on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Thunder Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,283, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Thunder Bay to Ottawa International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Thunder Bay to Ottawa International flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Direct flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa International

Thunder Bay to Ottawa International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Thunder Bay to Ottawa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Ottawa International.

Ottawa International

11km from central Ottawa
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Ottawa Gatineau

15km from central Ottawa
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Thunder Bay to Ottawa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM862
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlinePorter Airlines
Average flights per week22

Finding cheap flights from Thunder Bay to Ottawa International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Thunder Bay to Ottawa International is RM862. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Thunder Bay to Ottawa International.
Porter Airlines, Porter Airlines Inc and Air Transat fly direct from Thunder Bay to Ottawa International.
As of March 2026, there are 22 flights per week flying from Thunder Bay to Ottawa International.
The cheapest month to fly from Thunder Bay to Ottawa International is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Thunder Bay Airport to Ottawa International Airport on Monday, 27 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 12 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Ottawa International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Currently, Porter Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ottawa International.

Flying from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.

  • Thunder Bay and Ottawa are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Each week, there are 19 Thunder Bay International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, go for the 07:40 Porter Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 15:40 with Porter Airlines.

  • To ensure you catch your YQT to YOW flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Porter Airlines is your gateway to exploring Ottawa (and maybe even some other great parts of Canada!). Browse the direct flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport offered by this airline.

  • Porter Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • Porter Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers YQT to YOW flights, with 77.36% of its services reaching their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Currently, RM443 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Thunder Bay International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM862. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from YQT to YOW, book your trip six months ahead of your departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from YQT to YOW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)

  • Of the flights that depart from Thunder Bay International Airport, 59.73% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Thunder Bay to Thunder Bay International Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near YQT:

Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa

  • The street address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.

  • From Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Ottawa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Ottawa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport for July if you want to go to Ottawa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from YQT to YOW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.

Explore more of Canada

  • Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.

  • Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.

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