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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 £582. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Ottawa.£409 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with Ryanair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £409, select.
Ottawa.£417 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.
Ottawa.£447 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £447, select.
Ottawa.£486 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £486, select.
Ottawa.£498 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £498, select.
Ottawa.£509 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with easyJet and Air Transat.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £509, select.
Ottawa.£529 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £529, select.
Ottawa.£540 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £540, select.
Ottawa.£556 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Aer Lingus and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £556, select.
Ottawa.£566 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £566, select.
Ottawa.£567 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £567, select.
Ottawa.£582 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr, returning Sat, 18 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair and Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £582, select.
Ottawa.£591 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and Air Transat.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £591, select.
Ottawa.£658 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £658, select.
Ottawa.£677 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with easyJet and Air Transat.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £677, select.
Ottawa.£693 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with British Airways and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £693, 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 May.
Mar
from £677
Apr
from £582
May
from £409
Jun
from £417
Jul
from £567
Aug
from £658
Sep
from £529
Oct
from £509
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Dec
from £1,005
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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

7 miles from central Ottawa
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Ottawa Gatineau

9 miles from central Ottawa
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Edinburgh to Ottawa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£409
Cheapest month to flyMay

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The Don Club
0.53 miles from city centre
£117
Per night
Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
3.74 miles from city centre
£110
Per night
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12.63 miles from city centre
£144
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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 £409. 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 £409.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Ottawa.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Ottawa is usually May.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Ottawa is Ottawa International – which is 7.0 miles away from the centre of Ottawa. We've found flights into this airport from £409.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa on Thursday, 7 May 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 March, the average temperature is usually around -3°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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ottawa.

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

  • Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is four hours behind Edinburgh.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your EDI to Ottawa flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from EDI to Ottawa, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)

  • EDI is about 7 miles from central Edinburgh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near EDI. Whether you have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:

  • Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

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 £198. The cheapest price for a return flight is £409. 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)

  • The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 15 miles. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

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

  • It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just jumped off a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy accommodation options near YND.

  • Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore corners of Ottawa that aren't the typical tourist stops. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.

  • To get the best possible deal, reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks before your flight from EDI to Ottawa. Prices typically increase closer to your day of departure.

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Central Ottawa is located around 8 miles from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.

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

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and make a speedy getaway.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport can be found 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 plane 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

  • Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ottawa, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Ottawa must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Gallery of Canada.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel around 220 miles 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 95 miles east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without experiencing Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.

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