How long does it take to fly to Ottawa?

Flight times from California to Ottawa vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 5h 13m on average. Another popular route from California to Ottawa is flying from San Francisco to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport, which will take roughly 5h 24m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to Ottawa?

Air Canada, Porter Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Ottawa from California according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Ottawa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Ottawa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Ottawa?

WestJet, United Airlines, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from California to Ottawa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Ottawa Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Ottawa Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Ottawa Airport?

As of March 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Ottawa Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Ottawa Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Ottawa Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ottawa Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Ottawa Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ottawa Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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8:05 a.m. - 12:39 a.m.

LAS

YOW

13h 34m

2 stops

1:20 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.

YOW

LAS

11h 20m

1 stop

C$ 273WestJet

Wed, 8 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr

8:05 a.m. - 12:40 a.m.

LAS

YOW

13h 35m

1 stop

12:25 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

YOW

LAS

9h 05m

1 stop

C$ 301WestJet

Wed, 8 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr

11:22 p.m. - 5:07 p.m.

LAS

YOW

14h 45m

1 stop

7:30 p.m. - 11:21 a.m.

YOW

LAS

18h 51m

1 stop

C$ 349United Airlines

Thu, 9 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr

11:59 p.m. - 1:59 p.m.

LAS

YOW

11h 00m

1 stop

5:25 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.

YOW

LAS

9h 34m

1 stop

C$ 356United Airlines

Thu, 9 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr

7:40 p.m. - 9:21 a.m.

SFO

YOW

10h 41m

2 stops

6:00 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.

YOW

SFO

9h 10m

1 stop

C$ 394Multiple Airlines

Tue, 14 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

7:00 a.m. - 12:39 a.m.

LAX

YOW

14h 39m

2 stops

5:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.

YOW

LAX

13h 30m

2 stops

C$ 409Multiple Airlines

Thu, 16 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

6:10 p.m. - 6:45 a.m.

LAX

YOW

9h 35m

1 stop

5:45 a.m. - 4:29 p.m.

YOW

LAX

13h 44m

2 stops

C$ 421Air Canada

Wed, 15 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

6:10 p.m. - 6:45 a.m.

LAX

YOW

9h 35m

1 stop

5:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

YOW

LAX

8h 45m

1 stop

C$ 423Air Canada

Thu, 16 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

11:05 p.m. - 6:09 p.m.

LAS

YOW

16h 04m

2 stops

3:05 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

YOW

LAS

9h 55m

1 stop

C$ 424Porter Airlines

Sun, 29 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr

1:45 p.m. - 12:41 a.m.

SFO

YOW

7h 56m

1 stop

6:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

YOW

SFO

9h 00m

1 stop

C$ 461Porter Airlines

Thu, 16 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr

WestJet flights from California to Ottawa

Our best WestJet deals on California to Ottawa flight tickets

WestJet

8 Apr

LAS8:05 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

13h 34m

2 stops

YOW12:39 a.m.Ottawa

26 Apr

YOW1:20 p.m.Ottawa

11h 20m

1 stop

LAS9:40 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

C$ 273

WestJet

8 Apr

LAS8:05 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

13h 35m

1 stop

YOW12:40 a.m.Ottawa

26 Apr

YOW12:25 p.m.Ottawa

9h 05m

1 stop

LAS6:30 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

C$ 301

WestJet

9 Apr

LAS9:15 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

16h 38m

2 stops

YOW4:53 p.m.Ottawa

13 Apr

YOW9:00 a.m.Ottawa

14h 16m

2 stops

LAS8:16 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

C$ 387

Porter Airlines flights from California to Ottawa

Our best Porter Airlines deals on California to Ottawa flight tickets

Porter Airlines

29 Mar

LAS11:05 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

16h 04m

2 stops

YOW6:09 p.m.Ottawa

5 Apr

YOW3:05 p.m.Ottawa

9h 55m

1 stop

LAS10:00 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

C$ 424

Porter Airlines

16 Apr

SFO1:45 p.m.San Francisco

7h 56m

1 stop

YOW12:41 a.m.Ottawa

23 Apr

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

9h 00m

1 stop

SFO12:45 p.m.San Francisco

C$ 461

Porter Airlines

2 Apr

SFO1:45 p.m.San Francisco

7h 56m

1 stop

YOW12:41 a.m.Ottawa

8 Apr

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

9h 00m

1 stop

SFO12:45 p.m.San Francisco

C$ 566

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Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasOttawa

LAS - YOW

LASYOW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 8/4

8:05 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops13h 34m

Ottawa

Sun 26/4

1:20 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

1 stop11h 20m

C$ 273

Las VegasOttawa

LAS - YOW

LASYOW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 8/4

8:05 a.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop13h 35m

Ottawa

Sun 26/4

12:25 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop9h 05m

C$ 301

Las VegasOttawa

LAS - YOW

LASYOW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/4

11:22 p.m.-5:07 p.m.

1 stop14h 45m

Ottawa

Mon 13/4

7:30 p.m.-11:21 a.m.

1 stop18h 51m

C$ 349

Las VegasOttawa

LAS - YOW

LASYOW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/4

11:59 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

1 stop11h 00m

Ottawa

Mon 13/4

5:25 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop9h 34m

C$ 356

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Tue 14/4

7:40 p.m.-9:21 a.m.

2 stops10h 41m

Ottawa

Tue 21/4

6:00 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop9h 10m

C$ 394

Los AngelesOttawa

LAX - YOW

LAXYOW

Los Angeles

Thu 16/4

7:00 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops14h 39m

Ottawa

Wed 22/4

5:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m.

2 stops13h 30m

C$ 409

Los AngelesOttawa

LAX - YOW

LAXYOW

Los Angeles

Wed 15/4

6:10 p.m.-6:45 a.m.

1 stop9h 35m

Ottawa

Wed 22/4

5:45 a.m.-4:29 p.m.

2 stops13h 44m

C$ 421

Los AngelesOttawa

LAX - YOW

LAXYOW

Los Angeles

Thu 16/4

6:10 p.m.-6:45 a.m.

1 stop9h 35m

Ottawa

Wed 22/4

5:45 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

1 stop8h 45m

C$ 423

Las VegasOttawa

LAS - YOW

LASYOW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 29/3

11:05 p.m.-6:09 p.m.

2 stops16h 04m

Ottawa

Sun 5/4

3:05 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop9h 55m

C$ 424

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Thu 16/4

1:45 p.m.-12:41 a.m.

1 stop7h 56m

Ottawa

Thu 23/4

6:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

1 stop9h 00m

C$ 461

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Ottawa?

The month of July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Ottawa from California, with most prices found around C$ 402. If you aren’t able to travel to Ottawa during the month of July, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of C$ 443.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Ottawa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Ottawa from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Ottawa for around C$ 584 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Ottawa from California for as low as C$ 374 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Ottawa flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Ottawa flight.

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Fastest flight time	7h 07m
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The fastest flight from California to Ottawa takes 7h 07m

There are no direct flights from California to Ottawa. There are no popular flight routes from California to Ottawa.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Ottawa Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Ottawa Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Ottawa Airport?
As of March 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Ottawa Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Ottawa Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Ottawa Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ottawa Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Ottawa Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ottawa Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Ottawa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 144	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 420 reviews		Search Porter Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 201	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,375 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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