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Cheap flights from California to Ottawa from C$ 143

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — YOW
4 Feb — 11 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from California to Ottawa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Ottawa (YOW). 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 30 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 345

One-way from

C$ 143

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 568
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 3/6-17/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 20h 24m total
  • California to Ottawa
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 3/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 10m total
  • California to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (C$ 90 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from California to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 January 2025.

Wed 8/1012:10 p.m.LAS - YOW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/103:45 p.m.YOW - LAS
1 stop8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1C$ 313
Wed 8/1011:30 a.m.LAS - YOW
1 stop10h 10mWestJet
Tue 14/103:45 p.m.YOW - LAS
1 stop8h 44mWestJet
Deal found 30/1C$ 320
Tue 3/63:08 p.m.LAX - YOW
2 stops11h 22mWestJet
Tue 17/63:45 p.m.YOW - LAX
1 stop9h 02mWestJet
Deal found 29/1C$ 345
Wed 19/27:00 a.m.LAX - YOW
2 stops10h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/22:50 p.m.YOW - LAX
1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1C$ 348
Wed 18/66:05 p.m.SFO - YOW
1 stop9h 40mWestJet
Tue 24/66:00 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop9h 05mWestJet
Deal found 29/1C$ 353
Fri 28/31:25 p.m.LAX - YOW
1 stop8h 12mPorter Airlines
Sun 30/36:20 a.m.YOW - LAX
1 stop9h 05mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/1C$ 356
Tue 7/1012:40 a.m.LAS - YOW
1 stop10h 07mAir Canada
Tue 14/106:00 a.m.YOW - LAS
1 stop7h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 30/1C$ 358
Wed 26/26:15 a.m.SAN - YOW
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/36:20 a.m.YOW - SAN
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1C$ 384
Sat 18/102:05 p.m.SAN - YOW
2 stops12h 23mWestJet
Sat 25/106:00 a.m.YOW - SAN
1 stop10h 20mWestJet
Deal found 30/1C$ 387
Mon 17/310:59 p.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops30h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/36:20 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop9h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1C$ 387
Sun 9/21:40 p.m.SFO - YOW
1 stop8h 00mPorter Airlines
Tue 11/26:20 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop9h 19mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/1C$ 389
Fri 21/29:30 p.m.LAS - YOW
2 stops12h 53mUnited Airlines
Sun 23/25:00 p.m.YOW - LAS
1 stop9h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/1C$ 414

Find flights from California to Ottawa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Ottawa 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 30 January 2025.

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Los AngelesOttawa

LAX - YOW

LAXYOW

Los Angeles

Tue 3/6

3:08 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops11h 22m

Ottawa

Tue 17/6

12:20 p.m.-8:23 p.m.

2 stops11h 03m

C$ 345

Los AngelesOttawa

LAX - YOW

LAXYOW

Los Angeles

Wed 19/2

7:00 a.m.-8:47 p.m.

2 stops10h 47m

Ottawa

Wed 26/2

2:50 p.m.-8:12 p.m.

1 stop8h 22m

C$ 348

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 18/6

6:05 p.m.-6:45 a.m.

1 stop9h 40m

Ottawa

Tue 24/6

6:00 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 05m

C$ 353

Los AngelesOttawa

LAX - YOW

LAXYOW

Los Angeles

Fri 28/3

1:25 p.m.-12:37 a.m.

1 stop8h 12m

Ottawa

Sun 30/3

6:20 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

1 stop9h 05m

C$ 356

San DiegoOttawa

SAN - YOW

SANYOW

San Diego

Wed 26/2

6:15 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop7h 30m

Ottawa

Wed 5/3

6:20 a.m.-1:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 45m

C$ 384

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Mon 17/3

10:59 p.m.-8:17 a.m.

2 stops30h 18m

Ottawa

Thu 20/3

6:20 a.m.-12:39 p.m.

1 stop9h 19m

C$ 387

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Sun 9/2

1:40 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop8h 00m

Ottawa

Tue 11/2

6:20 a.m.-12:39 p.m.

1 stop9h 19m

C$ 389

Las VegasOttawa

LAS - YOW

LASYOW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 21/2

9:30 p.m.-1:23 p.m.

2 stops12h 53m

Ottawa

Sun 23/2

5:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop9h 30m

C$ 414

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Thu 6/3

8:22 p.m.-8:47 p.m.

2 stops21h 25m

Ottawa

Mon 10/3

6:10 p.m.-1:24 p.m.

1 stop22h 14m

C$ 439

Los AngelesOttawa

LAX - YOW

LAXYOW

Los Angeles

Sat 5/7

11:15 p.m.-4:50 p.m.

1 stop14h 35m

Ottawa

Sun 20/7

5:15 a.m.-10:26 a.m.

1 stop8h 11m

C$ 444

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Best time to book a flight from California to Ottawa

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Travel insights for flights from California to Ottawa

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from California to Ottawa in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 359). 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 CA to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Ottawa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 January 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Ottawa as you normally would.

Rainfall in Ottawa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ottawa ranges from 50.0 - 93.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 93.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Ottawa when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Ottawa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ottawa, 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 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. 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 Ottawa. Reviews last updated 30 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Ottawa, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Porter Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Air Transat
7.8
Good
381 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
786 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Ottawa. 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 into for flights to Ottawa from California?

    If you book a flight to Ottawa from California, you will be flying to Ottawa, which is the city’s only airport. Ottawa (YOW) is located 10.6 km from the centre of Ottawa.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Ottawa are Porter Airlines (C$ 143), Air Canada (C$ 146), and Air Transat (C$ 162).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Ottawa 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 California to Ottawa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from California to Ottawa in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 359). 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 2 airlines flying from California to Ottawa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from California to Ottawa. 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 30 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 304AverageC$ 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 451AverageC$ 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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