Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Ottawa?

Flights from Sydney to Ottawa usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Ottawa?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Ottawa: • Economy class • Premium Economy Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Ottawa pass through?

Most connecting flights from Sydney to Ottawa pass through Vancouver Intl (YVR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Ottawa?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Sydney to Ottawa. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,979 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $3,090, a difference of $1,112. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Sydney to Ottawa?

A direct flight from Sydney to Ottawa takes 00m, covering 25,527 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Ottawa?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Sydney to Ottawa changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,074 to $7,430. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Sydney to Ottawa looking right now?

One-way fares from Sydney to Ottawa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,382, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Ottawa?

Ottawa is 15 hours behind Sydney (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?

Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include: • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Europcar • Alamo • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Ottawa flight?

Return flights from Sydney to Ottawa range from $1,828 to $3,090, with an average of $2,502 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,828 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Ottawa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Ottawa. It's 21% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Ottawa?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Ottawa at $1,591 return. •April ($3,356) and December ($3,317) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 110% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Sydney to Ottawa?

Air Canada ($2,223) offered the cheapest return ticket from Sydney to Ottawa in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Ottawa?

Flights via Vancouver Intl (YVR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $2,573. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sydney to Ottawa, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Vancouver Intl (YVR) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Ottawa stopovers at 13h 12m over the past 3 months.

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Mon, 1 Mar - Sun, 11 Apr

15:50 - 22:32SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

46h 42m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

09:10 - 17:05YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

41h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,074Multiple Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 11 Apr

22:10 - 23:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

41h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

07:00 - 17:05YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,127Multiple Airlines

Mon, 1 Mar - Sun, 8 Aug

21:10 - 22:59SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

41h 49m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

06:55 - 17:55YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

45h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,175Multiple Airlines

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14:00 - 09:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

35h 15m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Toronto Pearson Intl

05:45 - 06:25YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 40m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Los Angeles

$2,182Multiple Airlines

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22:10 - 19:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

37h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

14:55 - 18:20YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,182Multiple Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 9 Mar

22:10 - 23:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

41h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

14:00 - 18:20YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,186Multiple Airlines

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22:10 - 19:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

37h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

14:55 - 18:20YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,188Multiple Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 9 Mar

22:10 - 23:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

41h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

14:00 - 18:20YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,189Multiple Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

11:20 - 01:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

30h 20m3 stops Vancouver Intl Newark Toronto Pearson Intl

06:00 - 09:35YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 35m3 stops Newark Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$2,223Air Canada

Mon, 1 Mar - Sun, 8 Aug

11:20 - 00:54SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

29h 34m1 stop Vancouver Intl

21:45 - 07:20YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 35m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$2,256Air Canada

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Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

10:20 - 09:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

38h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Winnipeg

17:40 - 08:40YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

47h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$2,877Air Canada

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

10:20 - 15:59SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

20h 39m1 stop Vancouver Intl

17:40 - 08:40YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

47h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$2,877Air Canada

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

09:10 - 21:56SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

27h 46m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark

09:45 - 09:05YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles

$2,895United Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

10:55 - 19:27SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

23h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

06:15 - 07:00YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$2,895United Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

10:55 - 21:56SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

26h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Newark

09:45 - 09:20YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 35m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco

$2,901United Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

09:10 - 21:56SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

27h 46m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark

09:45 - 09:05YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles

$2,901United Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

10:20 - 15:59SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

20h 39m1 stop Vancouver Intl

20:30 - 09:35YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

45h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,184Air Canada

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

10:20 - 15:59SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

20h 39m1 stop Vancouver Intl

17:40 - 09:10YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

47h 30m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$3,197Air Canada

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

10:20 - 15:59SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

20h 39m1 stop Vancouver Intl

17:40 - 16:40YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$3,204Air Canada

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

10:20 - 23:11SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-YOW Ottawa

27h 51m2 stops Vancouver Intl Calgary

09:00 - 09:35YOW Ottawa-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 35m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,509Air Canada

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Ottawa?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Ottawa. It's 21% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Ottawa? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Sydney to Ottawa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Ottawa at $1,591 return.
•April ($3,356) and December ($3,317) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 110% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Ottawa?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Ottawa:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
How long is a flight from Sydney to Ottawa?
A direct flight from Sydney to Ottawa takes 00m, covering 25,527 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Ottawa?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Ottawa flight?
Return flights from Sydney to Ottawa range from $1,828 to $3,090, with an average of $2,502 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,828 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Sydney to Ottawa changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,074 to $7,430. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Sydney to Ottawa looking right now?
One-way fares from Sydney to Ottawa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,382, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?
Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Ottawa?
Flights from Sydney to Ottawa usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).
Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Ottawa pass through?
Most connecting flights from Sydney to Ottawa pass through Vancouver Intl (YVR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Ottawa?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Sydney to Ottawa. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,979 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $3,090, a difference of $1,112.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Sydney and Ottawa?
Ottawa is 15 hours behind Sydney (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,979, about $1,112 less than Friday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Ottawa trip for February. Fares historically average $1,591 return in that month – typically $1,765 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ottawa Airport.

• Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
• Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport
• Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau

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