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

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

Which airlines fly to California?

Air Canada, United Airlines and Porter Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Ottawa according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to California are updated daily.

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

As of June 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Ottawa Airport to California.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ottawa Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

C$ 285 Cheap Flights from Ottawa to California in 2026

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One-way

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

YOW

LAS

11h 20m

1 stop

6:10 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.

LAS

YOW

8h 25m

1 stop

C$ 383WestJet

Sat, 26 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

12:25 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.

YOW

LAS

12h 15m

2 stops

1:20 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.

LAS

YOW

13h 15m

2 stops

C$ 386WestJet

Fri, 18 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

6:01 p.m. - 10:27 a.m.

YOW

SNA

19h 26m

1 stop

6:36 p.m. - 9:11 a.m.

SNA

YOW

11h 35m

2 stops

C$ 475United Airlines

Fri, 9 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct

5:20 p.m. - 10:46 p.m.

YOW

SMF

8h 26m

1 stop

5:45 p.m. - 2:17 p.m.

SMF

YOW

17h 32m

2 stops

C$ 553United Airlines

Sat, 19 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

6:00 a.m. - 2:08 p.m.

YOW

SAN

35h 08m

2 stops

8:52 p.m. - 5:03 p.m.

SAN

YOW

17h 11m

1 stop

C$ 626Multiple Airlines

Tue, 21 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul

1:20 p.m. - 11:44 p.m.

YOW

SAN

37h 24m

2 stops

3:30 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.

SAN

YOW

11h 05m

1 stop

C$ 651Multiple Airlines

Sun, 23 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep

6:25 a.m. - 6:16 p.m.

YOW

ONT

14h 51m

2 stops

5:00 a.m. - 9:35 p.m.

ONT

YOW

13h 35m

2 stops

C$ 922Air Canada

Wed, 23 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

6:25 a.m. - 8:01 p.m.

YOW

ONT

16h 36m

2 stops

1:22 p.m. - 1:59 p.m.

ONT

YOW

21h 37m

2 stops

C$ 925Air Canada

Wed, 23 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

7:00 a.m. - 9:58 p.m.

YOW

BUR

17h 58m

2 stops

7:01 a.m. - 8:40 p.m.

BUR

YOW

10h 39m

2 stops

C$ 1,123American Airlines

Sun, 26 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul

8:40 a.m. - 9:07 a.m.

YOW

BUR

27h 27m

3 stops

4:40 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.

BUR

YOW

19h 15m

3 stops

C$ 1,195American Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug

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Porter Airlines flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Porter Airlines deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Porter Airlines

11 Dec

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

9h 37m

1 stop

LAS1:37 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

13 Dec

LAS2:35 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 08m

1 stop

YOW12:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 484

Porter Airlines

3 Nov

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 34m

1 stop

LAX12:34 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

18 Nov

LAX1:35 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

8h 08m

1 stop

YOW12:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 559

Porter Airlines

8 Sep

YOW8:40 a.m.Ottawa

7h 40m

1 stop

LAX1:20 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

26 Sep

LAX2:20 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

7h 05m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 569

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Air Canada

22 Aug

YOW2:35 p.m.Ottawa

10h 00m

1 stop

LAX9:35 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

1 Sep

LAX10:30 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

10h 00m

1 stop

YOW11:30 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 558

Air Canada

15 Sep

YOW5:00 a.m.Ottawa

11h 35m

1 stop

LAX1:35 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

16 Sep

LAX10:30 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

7h 54m

1 stop

YOW9:24 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 566

Air Canada

24 Aug

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 19m

1 stop

LAX11:19 a.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

5 Sep

LAX10:30 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

9h 05m

1 stop

YOW10:35 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 568

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Quickest round-trip

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sat 26/9

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

1 stop11h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 30/9

6:10 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop8h 25m

C$ 383

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 18/9

12:25 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops12h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 23/9

1:20 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

2 stops13h 15m

C$ 386

OttawaSanta Ana

YOW - SNA

YOWSNA

Ottawa

Fri 9/10

6:01 p.m.-10:27 a.m.

1 stop19h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 16/10

6:36 p.m.-9:11 a.m.

2 stops11h 35m

C$ 475

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Sat 19/9

5:20 p.m.-10:46 p.m.

1 stop8h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 22/9

5:45 p.m.-2:17 p.m.

2 stops17h 32m

C$ 553

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Tue 21/7

6:00 a.m.-2:08 p.m.

2 stops35h 08m

San Diego

Tue 28/7

8:52 p.m.-5:03 p.m.

1 stop17h 11m

C$ 626

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Sun 23/8

1:20 p.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops37h 24m

San Diego

Tue 1/9

3:30 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop11h 05m

C$ 651

OttawaOntario

YOW - ONT

YOWONT

Ottawa

Wed 23/9

6:25 a.m.-6:16 p.m.

2 stops14h 51m

Ontario

Sat 26/9

5:00 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops13h 35m

C$ 922

OttawaOntario

YOW - ONT

YOWONT

Ottawa

Wed 23/9

6:25 a.m.-8:01 p.m.

2 stops16h 36m

Ontario

Sat 26/9

1:22 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops21h 37m

C$ 925

OttawaBurbank

YOW - BUR

YOWBUR

Ottawa

Sun 26/7

7:00 a.m.-9:58 p.m.

2 stops17h 58m

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 31/7

7:01 a.m.-8:40 p.m.

2 stops10h 39m

C$ 1,123

OttawaBurbank

YOW - BUR

YOWBUR

Ottawa

Thu 13/8

8:40 a.m.-9:07 a.m.

3 stops27h 27m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 15/8

4:40 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

3 stops19h 15m

C$ 1,195

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Ottawa to California

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from Ottawa is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 145, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to California in August, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Ottawa to California during May average around C$ 175.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Ottawa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around C$ 573 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Ottawa for as low as C$ 454 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ottawa to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	7h 40m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Ottawa to California takes 7h 40m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Ottawa to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ottawa Airport to California?
As of June 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Ottawa Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ottawa Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ottawa Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Ottawa to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Ottawa to California with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 300	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,387 reviews	Search WestJet flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,894 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 360	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,270 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 384	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 441 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights

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