Fly private between New York and Ottawa from US$9,500 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from New York (JFK) to Ottawa (YOW), and from Ottawa (YOW) back to New York (JFK).
The straight-line distance between New York and Ottawa is about 543 km (337 miles), or 293 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for New York–Ottawa spans US$9,500 – US$22,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 08m | 1h 01m – 1h 15m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 04m | 58 min – 1h 10m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 08m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 06m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 05m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 04m | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 03m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 01m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
The guide range for New York–Ottawa is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
New York, United States: John F. Kennedy International Airport, Republic Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Teterboro Airport and Morristown Municipal Airport.
Ottawa, Canada: Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and Ottawa / Gatineau Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — New York: Teterboro (TEB), New York (JFK, LGA); Ottawa: Ottawa (YOW).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Wed, most often around 16:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Tue is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York → Ottawa | 33 | 63 min | 49 min | Cessna Citation CJ3 (5), Cessna Citation Latitude (4), Bombardier Challenger (4), Embraer Praetor 500 (4) |
| Ottawa → New York | 25 | 61 min | — | Cessna Citation CJ3 (5), Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (3), Pilatus PC-12 (3), Bombardier Global 5000/5500 (2) |
58 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KJFK / JFK | CYOW / YOW |
| Longest hard runway | 14,511 ft | 10,000 ft |
| Surface | Porous friction course | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 13 ft | 374 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for New York to Ottawa can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. John F. Kennedy International Airport has 14,511 ft and Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport 10,000 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 543 km.
Alternates within range: Republic Airport (6,833 ft, 32 km) · Newark Liberty International Airport (11,000 ft, 33 km) · LaGuardia Airport (7,002 ft, 17 km) · Teterboro Airport (6,997 ft, 33 km) · Ottawa / Gatineau Airport (6,000 ft, 24 km) · Ottawa / Carp Airport (3,937 ft, 28 km) · Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport (4,000 ft, 47 km) · Arnprior Airport (3,955 ft, 55 km)
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Our team responds to New York–Ottawa quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
New York–Ottawa is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$9,500 – US$22,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 08m gate to gate over 543 km (337 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day New York–Ottawa departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Ottawa to New York runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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