Cheap flights from Manchester to Ottawa
Cheap flights from Manchester to Ottawa rely entirely on connections through major European hubs. You depart directly from Manchester International and land at Ottawa International, which handles the transatlantic segment after your initial layover. Since this corridor has no direct options, picking the right transfer city matters more than chasing nonstop tickets that simply do not exist here.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 14 Feb 2027 | from $697 | Search 14 Feb 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 14 Feb 2027 | from $714 | Search 14 Feb 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 9 Jan 2027 | from $1,168 | Search 9 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 4 Jan 2027 | from $1,185 | Search 4 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 8 Jan 2027 | from $1,389 | Search 8 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1 Dec 2026 | from $1,466 | Search 1 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 8 Dec 2026 | from $1,689 | Search 8 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 1 Dec 2026 | from $2,033 | Search 1 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.7 | 14 Feb 2027 | from $2,101 | Search 14 Feb 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 14 Feb 2027 | from $2,106 | Search 14 Feb 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 28 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: February — from $697.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $1,972 | 28 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $1,211 | 10 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $1,269 | 26 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $1,185 | 4 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $697 | 14 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $1,698 | 9 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $1,834 | 9 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $2,388 | 28 May 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $1,938 | 16 Jul 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | Manchester International MAN | 14 km |
| Ottawa | Ottawa International YOW | 11 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Booking roughly two months ahead usually secures the lowest base fares on this corridor. You will notice quieter demand during the colder half of the year, with February standing out as a notably cheaper window for travel. Prices appear across a wide selection of dates from autumn through spring, and you can also find options in the early summer weeks before the peak season arrives.
Airlines and what to expect
Every carrier on this corridor requires at least one connection, typically routing through Amsterdam, Paris, Dublin, Reykjavik, Lisbon, London, Riga, Zurich, or Munich. Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Aer Lingus, Icelandair, TAP Portugal, Virgin Atlantic, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air, and Lufthansa operate as full-service carriers that generally bundle seat selection with standard fares. Easyjet flies the same connecting pattern but keeps base tickets lean, charging separately for hold luggage and priority boarding. Booking multiple segments under one reservation number protects your layovers, while splitting purchases across separate bookings shifts all delay risks onto you.
Arriving — Ottawa
Ottawa International is a compact facility that processes passengers efficiently, meaning you will spend less time wandering concourses and more time catching ground transport. The terminal sits just beyond the city limits, so heading into the central district takes a quick car ride or shuttle trip depending on traffic flow. You can grab a taxi from the official ranks outside arrivals or use the local bus network to reach major hotels and transit hubs without needing a rental vehicle.
Before you go: Canada
- Currency
- CAD (¢)
- Power sockets
- Type A, B · 120 V
- Language
- English, French
- Emergency number
- 911
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +1
- Internet domain
- .ca
- Population of Ottawa
- 1.0 M (2021)
- Time zone
- UTC-04 (America/Toronto)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Ensure both flight segments share a single reservation number so missed connections trigger automatic rebooking instead of leaving you stranded mid-layover.
- Confirm how much hold luggage fits within your fare since mixing carriers often triggers extra fees at check-in.
- Verify passport validity and electronic travel authorisation requirements before arriving in Canada, as border rules shift without warning.
- Review transfer times carefully when connecting through European hubs to ensure you clear security and reach the correct departure gate on time.
Frequently asked questions
Manchester – Ottawa: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for February 2027 — $697. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Manchester – Ottawa: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Icelandair, Aer Lingus, TAP Portugal, Virgin Atlantic, Easyjet, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air.
Manchester – Ottawa: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Manchester to Ottawa?
The distance is about 5,144 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 6 h 43 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Manchester – Ottawa?
Manchester: Manchester International (MAN). Ottawa: Ottawa International (YOW).
What is the time difference between Manchester and Ottawa?
Ottawa is 5 h behind Manchester.
Manchester — more routes
| To | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milan | Ryanair | direct | 22 Nov 2026 | from $21 |
| Krakow | Ryanair | direct | 7 Nov 2026 | from $34 |
| Bucharest | Ryanair | direct | 5 Nov 2026 | from $48 |
| Rome | Ryanair | direct | 12 Dec 2026 | from $49 |
| Budapest | Ryanair | direct | 4 Jan 2027 | from $50 |
| Antalya | Corendon Airlines | direct | 2 Nov 2026 | from $65 |
| Warsaw | Ryanair | direct | 23 Dec 2026 | from $211 |
| Burgas | British Airways | with a stop | 31 Oct 2026 | from $442 |
| Chisinau | KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | with a stop | 19 Dec 2026 | from $663 |
Ottawa — flights from other cities
| From | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London | British Airways | with a stop | 7 Dec 2026 | from $1,206 |
| Warsaw | Turkish Airlines | with a stop | 29 Oct 2026 | from $1,237 |
Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Manchester / Ottawa that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester → Montreal | 160 km from Ottawa | with a stop | 3 Feb 2027 | from $604 |