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Cheap flights from Ottawa to California from C$ 188

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — LAX
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to California

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 312

One-way from

C$ 194
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 13/6-21/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 26h 30m total
  • Ottawa to California
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 11/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 11m total
  • Ottawa to California
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Fri 9/512:20 p.m.YOW - LAS
2 stops12h 10mWestJet
Wed 14/510:00 a.m.LAS - YOW
2 stops11h 41mWestJet
Deal found 15/1C$ 312
Thu 30/19:30 a.m.YOW - LAS
2 stops13h 55mPorter Airlines
Mon 3/210:35 p.m.LAS - YOW
1 stop6h 40mPorter Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 313
Wed 5/28:00 a.m.YOW - LAS
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/210:50 a.m.LAS - YOW
1 stop10h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 323
Wed 22/12:45 p.m.YOW - LAS
1 stop10h 08mAir Canada
Wed 29/111:25 p.m.LAS - YOW
1 stop7h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 15/1C$ 329
Thu 19/66:00 a.m.YOW - SAN
1 stop10h 20mWestJet
Mon 23/62:05 p.m.SAN - YOW
2 stops12h 25mWestJet
Deal found 16/1C$ 336
Wed 5/210:30 a.m.YOW - LAS
2 stops13h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/26:34 p.m.LAS - YOW
2 stops21h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 338
Thu 1/56:00 a.m.YOW - PSP
2 stops12h 25mWestJet
Thu 8/51:05 p.m.PSP - YOW
1 stop8h 36mWestJet
Deal found 15/1C$ 346
Mon 5/512:20 p.m.YOW - LAX
2 stops12h 27mWestJet
Tue 13/511:40 a.m.LAX - YOW
1 stop10h 01mWestJet
Deal found 14/1C$ 359
Wed 5/26:20 a.m.YOW - LAX
1 stop9h 03mPorter Airlines
Fri 14/27:35 a.m.LAX - YOW
1 stop7h 45mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 362
Fri 24/16:20 a.m.YOW - SAN
1 stop9h 45mPorter Airlines
Wed 29/12:05 p.m.SAN - YOW
1 stop7h 35mPorter Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 364
Mon 24/25:00 p.m.YOW - SAN
1 stop8h 30mAir Canada
Thu 27/22:23 p.m.SAN - YOW
1 stop17h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 16/1C$ 365
Mon 27/16:10 p.m.YOW - LAX
1 stop16h 28mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/17:00 a.m.LAX - YOW
2 stops10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 366

Find flights from Ottawa to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 13/6

12:20 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

2 stops12h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 21/6

6:20 p.m.-6:45 a.m.

1 stop9h 25m

C$ 312

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Thu 30/1

9:30 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops13h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 3/2

10:35 p.m.-8:15 a.m.

1 stop6h 40m

C$ 313

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Wed 5/2

8:00 a.m.-1:28 p.m.

1 stop8h 28m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/2

10:50 a.m.-12:46 a.m.

1 stop10h 56m

C$ 323

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Thu 19/6

6:00 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop10h 20m

San Diego

Mon 23/6

2:05 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops12h 25m

C$ 336

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Wed 5/2

6:00 a.m.-6:48 p.m.

2 stops15h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/2

5:18 p.m.-10:31 a.m.

2 stops14h 13m

C$ 338

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Thu 1/5

6:00 a.m.-3:25 p.m.

2 stops12h 25m

Palm Springs

Thu 8/5

1:05 p.m.-12:41 a.m.

1 stop8h 36m

C$ 346

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 5/5

12:20 p.m.-9:47 p.m.

2 stops12h 27m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/5

11:40 a.m.-12:41 a.m.

1 stop10h 01m

C$ 359

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Wed 5/2

6:20 a.m.-12:23 p.m.

1 stop9h 03m

Los Angeles

Fri 14/2

7:35 a.m.-6:20 p.m.

1 stop7h 45m

C$ 362

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Mon 24/2

5:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

1 stop8h 30m

San Diego

Thu 27/2

2:23 p.m.-10:31 a.m.

1 stop17h 08m

C$ 365

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 27/1

6:10 p.m.-7:38 a.m.

1 stop16h 28m

Los Angeles

Wed 29/1

7:00 a.m.-8:50 p.m.

2 stops10h 50m

C$ 366

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to California

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Ottawa to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to California (average of C$ 234). Flying from Ottawa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

When flying from Ottawa to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Ottawa to California, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Porter Airlines and WestJet. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
276 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Air Transat
7.8
Good
381 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

WestJet
7.2
Good
2,824 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to California?

    Most people fly from Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight from Ottawa to California. Ottawa is conveniently located just 10.6 km from Ottawa’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Porter Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 194. Air Canada flights start at C$ 200 while deals on WestJet start at C$ 214 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Ottawa to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Ottawa to California are Ottawa - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Ottawa - San Francisco and Ottawa - Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to California (average of C$ 234). Flying from Ottawa to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 354AverageC$ 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 369AverageC$ 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 408AverageC$ 835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 415AverageC$ 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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