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

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

Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM908
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineAir Transat
Average flights per week20

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in Fort Lauderdale: Fort Lauderdale International, Fort Lauderdale Executive, Miami Opa Locka, Boca Raton, Miami International, and West Palm Beach International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale is RM913. 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 43 minutes is the average flight time from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale.
Air Transat, Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd and Air Canada Rouge fly direct from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale.
As of March 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Ottawa, the cheapest airport near Fort Lauderdale is Fort Lauderdale International – which is 5.4 km away from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. We've found flights into this airport from RM913.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale on Tuesday, 1 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 43 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. August is typically the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 18°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Fort Lauderdale is Air Canada .

Flying from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale leaving from here.

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the primary gateway where you can touch down in Fort Lauderdale.

  • On average, direct flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale take 3 hours 45 minutes. Fort Lauderdale and Ottawa are in the same timezone (UTC-4), meaning you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • The busiest route for flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale is from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). You can select from 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off first thing, the earliest flight from YOW to FLL is the 06:15 Air Canada service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 16:45 with Porter Airlines.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You don't need a visa for United States if you have a passport from Canada and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.

Flying from Ottawa

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • You can book a direct flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale departing from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Start your journey at YOW and end it at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).

  • You can get away on a direct flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale with Porter Airlines. This leading airline offers services from YOW.

  • Located around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 43 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:

Arriving in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is around 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 27 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near FLL if you have a late flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale

  • At the moment, RM551 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM913. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale, book your journey 9 months before your departure.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale every day.

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Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Fort Lauderdale in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Fort Lauderdale in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.

More about Fort Lauderdale

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