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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tampa to Ottawa? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £259. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Ottawa.£75 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £75, select.
Ottawa.£92 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £92, select.
Ottawa.£96 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £96, select.
Ottawa.£98 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Porter Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £98, select.
Ottawa.£98 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £98, select.
Ottawa.£99 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £99, select.
Ottawa.£100 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £100, select.
Ottawa.£100 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £100, select.
Ottawa.£146 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £146, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Ottawa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tampa to Ottawa flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from £75
May
from £100
Jun
from £92
Jul
from £99
Aug
from £100
Sep
from £96
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Dec
from £98
Jan
from £146
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Direct flights from Tampa to Ottawa

Alternative Tampa to Ottawa routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Tampa 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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Tampa to Ottawa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£75
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlinePorter Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Tampa 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 Tampa to Ottawa is £180. 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.
3 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Tampa to Ottawa.
Porter Airlines and Air Transat fly direct from Tampa to Ottawa.
As of April 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Tampa to Ottawa.
The cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Ottawa is usually April.
If you're flying from Tampa, 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 £180.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tampa to Ottawa on Thursday, 23 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 13 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 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 6°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Ottawa is Porter Airlines .

Flying from Tampa to Ottawa: what you need to know

  • Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Tampa to Ottawa departing from here.

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the primary point of entry to Ottawa.

  • Jump on a direct Tampa to Ottawa flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.

  • Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Tampa.

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are three flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Tampa to Ottawa is with Air Canada at 20:10. Go for the first TPA to YOW departure operated by Porter Airlines at 11:10 to maximise your time in Ottawa.

  • To ensure you catch your Tampa to Ottawa flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Ottawa

  • Currently, £75 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Ottawa. The cheapest price for a return flight is £180. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book two months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Tampa to Ottawa flights.

  • May is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Tampa to Ottawa. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Tampa to Ottawa.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Tampa to Ottawa flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Tampa to Ottawa, you can depart from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Fly from TPA to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in one seamless journey.

  • Look out for promotions with Porter Airlines. This airline offers direct Tampa to Ottawa plane tickets out of TPA.

  • TPA is around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Tampa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Tampa to Ottawa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Tampa International Airport:

  • 78.59% of flights leaving from Tampa International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.

Arriving in Ottawa

Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)

  • Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is approximately 14 kms (9 miles) from the centre of Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Tampa to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YND:

  • Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and explore corners of Ottawa that aren't in every guidebook. Check out the deals from Hertz.

  • To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices usually increase as your departure date approaches.

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 11 kms (7 miles) from the centre of Ottawa. Following your flight from Tampa to Ottawa, it takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the journey to take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.

  • Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW will save you money.

  • The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.

Best time to go to Ottawa

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Tampa to Tampa. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can be busy. Visit Tampa in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Tampa to Ottawa ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tampa to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).

More about Ottawa

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Ottawa:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.

Explore more of Canada

  • Toronto is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Ottawa. Around 220 miles to the south-west, its top attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.

  • Montreal is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 95 miles east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without a visit to Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.

Plan the rest of your trip from Tampa to Ottawa

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