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 52% 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 April 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$ 194 Cheap Flights from Ottawa to California in 2026

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

YOW

LAS

12h 15m

2 stops

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

LAS

YOW

8h 25m

1 stop

C$ 320WestJet

Thu, 4 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun

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$ 322WestJet

Thu, 4 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun

7:20 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

YOW

LAS

11h 25m

2 stops

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

LAS

YOW

13h 15m

2 stops

C$ 324WestJet

Wed, 10 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

7:20 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

YOW

LAS

11h 25m

2 stops

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

LAS

YOW

13h 15m

2 stops

C$ 325WestJet

Wed, 10 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

6:00 a.m. - 8:54 p.m.

YOW

SMF

17h 54m

1 stop

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

SMF

YOW

11h 00m

1 stop

C$ 420United Airlines

Wed, 15 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

2:00 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.

YOW

SMF

10h 10m

1 stop

7:55 a.m. - 7:10 p.m.

SMF

YOW

8h 15m

1 stop

C$ 421Air Canada

Wed, 5 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug

6:00 a.m. - 11:46 a.m.

YOW

PSP

8h 46m

1 stop

1:15 p.m. - 10:03 a.m.

PSP

YOW

17h 48m

1 stop

C$ 460United Airlines

Sun, 19 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr

5:25 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.

YOW

SMF

8h 20m

1 stop

11:59 p.m. - 5:07 p.m.

SMF

YOW

14h 08m

1 stop

C$ 493Air Canada

Wed, 13 May - Fri, 15 May

12:25 p.m. - 1:17 p.m.

YOW

SJC

27h 52m

3 stops

2:12 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.

SJC

YOW

12h 23m

2 stops

C$ 508Multiple Airlines

Fri, 29 May - Sat, 6 Jun

12:25 p.m. - 1:17 p.m.

YOW

SJC

27h 52m

2 stops

2:12 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.

SJC

YOW

12h 23m

2 stops

C$ 514Multiple Airlines

Fri, 29 May - Sat, 6 Jun

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Air Canada

15 Aug

YOW5:45 p.m.Ottawa

7h 39m

1 stop

LAS10:24 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6 Sep

LAS11:25 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 10m

1 stop

YOW10:35 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 390

Air Canada

12 Aug

YOW3:10 p.m.Ottawa

10h 14m

1 stop

LAS10:24 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

17 Aug

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

12h 10m

2 stops

YOW10:10 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 408

Air Canada

5 Aug

YOW2:00 p.m.Ottawa

10h 10m

1 stop

SMF9:10 p.m.Sacramento Intl

13 Aug

SMF7:55 a.m.Sacramento Intl

8h 15m

1 stop

YOW7:10 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 421

Porter Airlines flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Porter Airlines deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Porter Airlines

13 Sep

YOW4:00 p.m.Ottawa

9h 17m

1 stop

LAS10:17 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

18 Sep

LAS9:45 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 15m

1 stop

YOW8:00 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 382

Porter Airlines

12 Aug

YOW8:40 a.m.Ottawa

7h 40m

1 stop

LAX1:20 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

17 Aug

LAX2:20 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

7h 05m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 510

Porter Airlines

7 May

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 23m

1 stop

SFO12:23 p.m.San Francisco

11 May

SFO1:20 p.m.San Francisco

8h 05m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 513

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Thu 4/6

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

2 stops12h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/6

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

1 stop8h 25m

C$ 320

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Thu 4/6

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

1 stop11h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/6

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

1 stop8h 25m

C$ 322

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Wed 10/6

7:20 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 16/6

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

2 stops13h 15m

C$ 324

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Wed 10/6

7:20 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 16/6

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

2 stops13h 15m

C$ 325

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 15/4

6:00 a.m.-8:54 p.m.

1 stop17h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 20/4

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

1 stop11h 00m

C$ 420

Quickest round-trip

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 5/8

2:00 p.m.-9:10 p.m.

1 stop10h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 13/8

7:55 a.m.-7:10 p.m.

1 stop8h 15m

C$ 421

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Sun 19/4

6:00 a.m.-11:46 a.m.

1 stop8h 46m

Palm Springs

Thu 23/4

1:15 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

1 stop17h 48m

C$ 460

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 13/5

5:25 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

1 stop8h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 15/5

11:59 p.m.-5:07 p.m.

1 stop14h 08m

C$ 493

OttawaSan Jose

YOW - SJC

YOWSJC

Ottawa

Fri 29/5

12:25 p.m.-1:17 p.m.

3 stops27h 52m

San Jose

Sat 6/6

2:12 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

2 stops12h 23m

C$ 508

OttawaSan Jose

YOW - SJC

YOWSJC

Ottawa

Fri 29/5

12:25 p.m.-1:17 p.m.

2 stops27h 52m

San Jose

Sat 6/6

2:12 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

2 stops12h 23m

C$ 514

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Ottawa to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from Ottawa is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 372, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to California in May, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Ottawa to California during August average around C$ 375.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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$ 468 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$ 351 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 25% 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 April 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
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 181	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,879 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 240	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,309 reviews	Search WestJet flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 299	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 430 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 327	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,535 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from Ottawa to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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