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 55% 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, Air Canada, and Porter Airlines 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 December 2025, there are 3 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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12:50 p.m. - 5:28 a.m.

SFO

YOW

13h 38m2 stops

7:00 a.m. - 12:23 p.m.

YOW

SFO

8h 23m1 stop

C$ 351Multiple Airlines

Thu, 30 Apr - Tue, 12 May

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

LAS

YOW

11h 00m1 stop

5:00 a.m. - 11:09 a.m.

YOW

LAS

9h 09m1 stop

C$ 355Air Canada

Sat, 18 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

1:00 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.

SFO

YOW

8h 40m1 stop

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

YOW

SFO

9h 12m1 stop

C$ 356WestJet

Fri, 16 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan

11:30 p.m. - 11:04 a.m.

LAS

YOW

8h 34m1 stop

6:00 a.m. - 11:09 a.m.

YOW

LAS

8h 09m1 stop

C$ 365Air Canada

Sat, 18 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

12:50 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.

SFO

YOW

8h 50m1 stop

7:00 a.m. - 12:23 p.m.

YOW

SFO

8h 23m1 stop

C$ 365Multiple Airlines

Thu, 30 Apr - Tue, 12 May

7:00 a.m. - 12:42 a.m.

LAX

YOW

14h 42m2 stops

6:45 a.m. - 12:36 p.m.

YOW

LAX

8h 51m1 stop

C$ 367Multiple Airlines

Tue, 13 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan

2:05 p.m. - 5:28 a.m.

SAN

YOW

12h 23m2 stops

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

YOW

SAN

10h 20m1 stop

C$ 369WestJet

Thu, 11 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

11:35 p.m. - 10:03 a.m.

LAS

YOW

7h 28m1 stop

6:00 a.m. - 6:07 p.m.

YOW

LAS

15h 07m2 stops

C$ 374United Airlines

Sat, 18 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

7:00 p.m. - 10:03 a.m.

LAS

YOW

12h 03m2 stops

10:00 a.m. - 10:14 p.m.

YOW

LAS

15h 14m1 stop

C$ 388United Airlines

Sat, 18 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

1:40 p.m. - 12:43 a.m.

LAX

YOW

8h 03m1 stop

6:45 a.m. - 12:36 p.m.

YOW

LAX

8h 51m1 stop

C$ 411Porter Airlines

Tue, 13 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan

United Airlines flights from California to Ottawa

Our best United Airlines deals on California to Ottawa flight tickets

United Airlines

18 Apr

LAS11:35 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 28m

1 stop

YOW10:03 a.m.Ottawa

21 Apr

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

15h 07m

2 stops

LAS6:07 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

C$ 374

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United Airlines

18 Apr

LAS7:00 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12h 03m

2 stops

YOW10:03 a.m.Ottawa

21 Apr

YOW10:00 a.m.Ottawa

15h 14m

1 stop

LAS10:14 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

C$ 388

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United Airlines

8 Jan

LAX8:33 a.m.Los Angeles

9h 45m

1 stop

YOW9:18 p.m.Ottawa

17 Jan

YOW9:45 a.m.Ottawa

13h 59m

1 stop

LAX8:44 p.m.Los Angeles

C$ 484

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Air Canada flights from California to Ottawa

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Air Canada

18 Apr

LAS4:45 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

11h 00m

1 stop

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

21 Apr

YOW5:00 a.m.Ottawa

9h 09m

1 stop

LAS11:09 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

C$ 355

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Air Canada

18 Apr

LAS11:30 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 34m

1 stop

YOW11:04 a.m.Ottawa

21 Apr

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 09m

1 stop

LAS11:09 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

C$ 365

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Air Canada

18 Apr

LAS11:30 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6h 51m

1 stop

YOW9:21 a.m.Ottawa

21 Apr

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 09m

1 stop

LAS11:09 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

C$ 436

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

12:50 p.m.-5:28 a.m.

2 stops13h 38m

Ottawa

Tue 12/5

7:00 a.m.-12:23 p.m.

1 stop8h 23m

C$ 351

Las VegasOttawa

LAS - YOW

LASYOW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 18/4

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

1 stop11h 00m

Ottawa

Tue 21/4

5:00 a.m.-11:09 a.m.

1 stop9h 09m

C$ 355

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Fri 16/1

1:00 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop8h 40m

Ottawa

Thu 22/1

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

1 stop9h 12m

C$ 356

Las VegasOttawa

LAS - YOW

LASYOW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 18/4

11:30 p.m.-11:04 a.m.

1 stop8h 34m

Ottawa

Tue 21/4

6:00 a.m.-11:09 a.m.

1 stop8h 09m

C$ 365

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

12:50 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop8h 50m

Ottawa

Tue 12/5

7:00 a.m.-12:23 p.m.

1 stop8h 23m

C$ 365

Los AngelesOttawa

LAX - YOW

LAXYOW

Los Angeles

Tue 13/1

7:00 a.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops14h 42m

Ottawa

Tue 20/1

6:45 a.m.-12:36 p.m.

1 stop8h 51m

C$ 367

San DiegoOttawa

SAN - YOW

SANYOW

San Diego

Thu 11/6

2:05 p.m.-5:28 a.m.

2 stops12h 23m

Ottawa

Tue 16/6

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

1 stop10h 20m

C$ 369

Las VegasOttawa

LAS - YOW

LASYOW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 18/4

11:35 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

1 stop7h 28m

Ottawa

Tue 21/4

6:00 a.m.-6:07 p.m.

2 stops15h 07m

C$ 374

Las VegasOttawa

LAS - YOW

LASYOW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 18/4

7:00 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops12h 03m

Ottawa

Tue 21/4

10:00 a.m.-10:14 p.m.

1 stop15h 14m

C$ 388

Los AngelesOttawa

LAX - YOW

LAXYOW

Los Angeles

Tue 13/1

1:40 p.m.-12:43 a.m.

1 stop8h 03m

Ottawa

Tue 20/1

6:45 a.m.-12:36 p.m.

1 stop8h 51m

C$ 411

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Ottawa?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Ottawa from California, with most prices found around C$ 348. If you aren’t able to travel to Ottawa during the month of May, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of C$ 392.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Ottawa?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Ottawa. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 419. Flights from California to Ottawa on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around C$ 753. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Ottawa?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Ottawa is in the evening. Flights from California to Ottawa during this time can be as low as C$ 648. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Ottawa, so prices are often more expensive at around C$ 753 per ticket.

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$ 580 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$ 394 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Ottawa flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Ottawa flight.

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Fastest flight time	7h 12m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from California to Ottawa takes 7h 12m

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 December 2025, there are 3 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$ 145	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 399 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 203	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,092 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 380	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,532 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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