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Flight deals from Ottawa International to Dubai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa International to Dubai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dubai.$1,568 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Mon, 23 Mar.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,568, select.
Dubai.$1,569 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb, returning Fri, 27 Feb.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,569, select.
Dubai.$1,572 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Feb, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,572, select.
Dubai.$1,573 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,573, select.
Dubai.$1,574 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Apr.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,574, select.
Dubai.$1,606 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Dubai on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,606, select.
Dubai.$1,608 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Fri, 3 Apr.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Dubai on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,608, select.
Dubai.$1,616 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Fri, 29 May.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,616, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa International to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from $1,569
Mar
from $1,568
Apr
from $1,574
May
from $1,573
Jun
from $1,967
Jul
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Aug
from $2,072
Sep
from $1,789
Oct
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Nov
from $1,678
Dec
from $2,002
Jan
from $2,813

Ottawa International to Dubai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ottawa International to Dubai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dubai.

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Ottawa to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,568
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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Finding cheap flights from Ottawa International to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa International to Dubai is $1,568. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ottawa International to Dubai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,568.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Ottawa International to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Dubai is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa International Airport to Dubai Airport on Tuesday, 17 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa International Airport and Dubai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Dubai 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 Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air France offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

  • Dubai is eight hours ahead of Ottawa and observes the UTC+4 timezone.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW to DXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • $931 is the best price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,568. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from YOW to DXB, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai Airport.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YOW to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai Airport.

Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, data shows 58.21% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near YOW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to DXB if you're on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Explore without limits with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and chase adventure across Dubai and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

  • Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Dubai in April.

  • Book your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to go to Dubai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC and 42ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YOW to DXB around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • You've seen Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of United Arab Emirates. Journey around 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to check off its top attractions. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Abu Dhabi is another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without visiting Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.

Plan the rest of your trip from Ottawa to Dubai

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.