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Cheapest return flight
AED 3,702
Typical prices: AED 3,603-AED 5,003
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Fri 9/11Sat 17/11
YOW - DXB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
AED 2,115
Typical prices: AED 2,331-AED 3,594
Multiple Airlines
Sat 27/10
YOW - DXB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Ottawa and Dubai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 10% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg AED 3,693 (return)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL)
Shortest trip • 17h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Dubai (YOW-DXB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Ottawa to Dubai

Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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15:15 - 21:15YOW  Ottawa-DXB Dubai Intl
21h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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22:25 - 14:45DXB  Dubai Intl-YOW Ottawa
49h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Boston Logan Intl
AED 3,702Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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17:40 - 13:15YOW  Ottawa-DXB Dubai Intl
34h 35m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle Casablanca Mohamed V
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15:15 - 14:07DXB  Dubai Intl-YOW Ottawa
31h 52m3 stops Casablanca Mohamed V Paris Charles de Gaulle Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
AED 3,864Multiple Airlines
Fri, 22 Jan - Wed, 24 Feb
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09:10 - 19:30YOW  Ottawa-DXB Dubai Intl
25h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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04:05 - 17:20DXB  Dubai Intl-YOW Ottawa
22h 15m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
AED 3,867SAUDIA
Sun, 8 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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15:15 - 11:40YOW  Ottawa-DXB Dubai Intl
35h 25m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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22:25 - 14:45DXB  Dubai Intl-YOW Ottawa
49h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Boston Logan Intl
AED 3,882Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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15:15 - 21:15YOW  Ottawa-DXB Dubai Intl
21h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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22:25 - 00:44DXB  Dubai Intl-YOW Ottawa
35h 19m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
AED 3,886Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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15:15 - 21:15YOW  Ottawa-DXB Dubai Intl
21h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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05:20 - 19:47DXB  Dubai Intl-YOW Ottawa
23h 27m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
AED 4,051Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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15:15 - 21:15YOW  Ottawa-DXB Dubai Intl
21h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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05:20 - 19:47DXB  Dubai Intl-YOW Ottawa
23h 27m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
AED 4,055Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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17:40 - 03:15YOW  Ottawa-DXB Dubai Intl
24h 35m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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21:00 - 17:20DXB  Dubai Intl-YOW Ottawa
29h 20m3 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle Toronto Pearson Intl
AED 4,117Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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17:40 - 23:59YOW  Ottawa-DXB Dubai Intl
21h 19m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Lyon-Saint Exupéry
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01:50 - 22:32DXB  Dubai Intl-YOW Ottawa
29h 42m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
AED 4,132Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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09:00 - 22:25YOW  Ottawa-DXB Dubai Intl
28h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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01:50 - 22:32DXB  Dubai Intl-YOW Ottawa
29h 42m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
AED 4,172SWISS
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Dubai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Ottawa to Dubai with more confidence.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Dubai and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Dubai at AED 3,607 return.
•December (AED 5,583) and July (AED 5,167) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Ottawa to Dubai the cheapest?

Flights from Ottawa to Dubai are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Ottawa to Dubai flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

AED 2,115
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 28% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Ottawa to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Ottawa to Dubai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Ottawa to Dubai.

  • How long is a flight from Ottawa to Dubai?

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Dubai takes 0h 00m, covering 17,266 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Dubai?

    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 Ottawa to Dubai flight?

    Return flights from Ottawa to Dubai range from AED 3,603 to AED 5,003, with an average of AED 4,028 over the past 12 months. Anything below AED 3,603 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ottawa to Dubai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 12% above the route average of AED 4,028. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Dubai 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 AED 3,702 to AED 35,344. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ottawa to Dubai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 2,454, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around AED 13 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • Alamo
    • AMEX
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Dubai?

    Flights from Ottawa to Dubai usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Dubai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Ottawa to Dubai most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 12% of one-stop connections

    Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Ottawa to Dubai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at AED 3,709 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at AED 4,345, a difference of AED 635. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Ottawa to Dubai?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 15m, compared to 17h 18m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 17h 21m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Dubai?

    Dubai is 8 hours ahead of Ottawa (Gulf Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall is one of the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Dubai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average AED 3,709 – about AED 635 less than Friday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Dubai trip for February. Fares historically average AED 3,607 return in that month – typically AED 1,976 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dubai Intl Airport.
    - Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
    - Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
    - Dubai International Hotel

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