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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $843. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Ottawa.$843 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with easyJet and Air Transat.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $843, select.
Ottawa.$866 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with easyJet and Air Transat.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $866, select.
Ottawa.$902 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Fri, 25 Sep.Return flight with easyJet and Air Transat.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $902, select.
Ottawa.$1,077 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,077, select.
Ottawa.$1,083 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,083, select.
Ottawa.$1,086 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,086, select.
Ottawa.$1,089 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Fri, 24 Jul.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,089, select.
Ottawa.$1,145 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,145, select.
Ottawa.$1,217 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Virgin Atlantic.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,217, select.
Ottawa.$1,218 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Virgin Atlantic.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,218, select.
Ottawa.$1,230 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,230, select.
Ottawa.$1,245 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with easyJet and Air Transat.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,245, select.
Ottawa.$1,305 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,305, select.
Ottawa.$1,346 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Apr, returning Sun, 2 May.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 26 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 2 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,346, select.
Ottawa.$1,358 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,358, select.
Ottawa.$1,409 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,409, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Ottawa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Ottawa flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $1,147
Jun
from $844
Jul
from $1,091
Aug
from $1,085
Sep
from $904
Oct
from $1,307
Nov
from $1,219
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Apr
from $1,593

Alternative Edinburgh to Ottawa routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to Ottawa? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Ottawa International

11km from central Ottawa
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Ottawa Gatineau

15km from central Ottawa
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Edinburgh to Ottawa: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$844
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Ottawa: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Ottawa: Ottawa International and Ottawa Gatineau.
The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Ottawa is $843. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Ottawa. But we found flights with one or more stops from $843.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Ottawa.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Ottawa is usually June.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Ottawa is Ottawa International – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Ottawa. We've found flights into this airport from $843.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa on Tuesday, 2 June 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Ottawa. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Ottawa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Ottawa, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -16°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ottawa.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Ottawa: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your EDI to Ottawa flight.

  • Flying over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from EDI to Ottawa. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)

  • EDI is around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near EDI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 67.94% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Ottawa

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa flight is $616. The cheapest price for a return flight is $843. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from EDI to Ottawa, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from EDI to Ottawa.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)

  • Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the centre of Ottawa takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy options near YND.

  • Go beyond Ottawa and discover places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.

  • Reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from EDI to Ottawa. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. Once you've disembarked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YOW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your EDI to Ottawa flight:

  • Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make collecting an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.

  • You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.

Best time to go to Ottawa

  • Travel to Ottawa during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • When booking your Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

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

More about Ottawa

  • Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:

  • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Montreal is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without experiencing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.

Plan the rest of your trip from Edinburgh to Ottawa

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