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

Air Canada, WestJet, and United Airlines 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 54% 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 May 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.

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5:25 p.m. - 9:59 p.m.

YOW

LAS

7h 34m

1 stop

11:45 p.m. - 4:38 p.m.

LAS

YOW

13h 53m

1 stop

C$ 389United Airlines

Sat, 13 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

12:25 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.

YOW

SFO

12h 30m

2 stops

6:00 a.m. - 7:20 p.m.

SFO

YOW

10h 20m

1 stop

C$ 393WestJet

Sat, 17 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

2:52 p.m. - 10:19 p.m.

YOW

LAS

10h 27m

1 stop

8:00 a.m. - 11:54 p.m.

LAS

YOW

12h 54m

2 stops

C$ 396United Airlines

Thu, 11 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

10:00 a.m. - 10:19 p.m.

YOW

LAS

15h 19m

1 stop

6:10 p.m. - 1:59 p.m.

LAS

YOW

16h 49m

2 stops

C$ 403United Airlines

Sat, 13 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

6:00 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.

YOW

LAS

16h 15m

2 stops

8:00 a.m. - 12:42 a.m.

LAS

YOW

13h 42m

2 stops

C$ 406WestJet

Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

6:00 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.

YOW

LAS

16h 15m

2 stops

8:00 a.m. - 12:42 a.m.

LAS

YOW

13h 42m

2 stops

C$ 409WestJet

Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

12:25 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.

YOW

SFO

12h 30m

2 stops

6:00 a.m. - 7:20 p.m.

SFO

YOW

10h 20m

1 stop

C$ 413WestJet

Thu, 1 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct

6:00 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.

YOW

LAX

8h 20m

1 stop

10:25 p.m. - 10:35 a.m.

LAX

YOW

9h 10m

1 stop

C$ 480Air Canada

Sun, 20 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

6:25 a.m. - 11:51 a.m.

YOW

SMF

8h 26m

1 stop

6:00 p.m. - 5:43 a.m.

SMF

YOW

8h 43m

1 stop

C$ 569Air Canada

Wed, 23 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

8:40 a.m. - 8:46 a.m.

YOW

BUR

27h 06m

3 stops

6:38 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.

BUR

YOW

22h 27m

3 stops

C$ 1,754American Airlines

Fri, 19 Jun - Fri, 26 Jun

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Air Canada

20 Sep

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 20m

1 stop

LAX11:20 a.m.Los Angeles

27 Sep

LAX10:25 p.m.Los Angeles

9h 10m

1 stop

YOW10:35 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 480

Air Canada

5 Aug

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 19m

1 stop

LAX11:19 a.m.Los Angeles

24 Aug

LAX10:25 p.m.Los Angeles

9h 10m

1 stop

YOW10:35 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 505

Air Canada

13 Jun

YOW2:40 p.m.Ottawa

9h 49m

1 stop

LAX9:29 p.m.Los Angeles

22 Jun

LAX11:30 p.m.Los Angeles

7h 33m

1 stop

YOW10:03 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 527

United Airlines flights from Ottawa to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

United Airlines

13 Jun

YOW5:25 p.m.Ottawa

7h 34m

1 stop

LAS9:59 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

15 Jun

LAS11:45 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

13h 53m

1 stop

YOW4:38 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 389

United Airlines

11 Jun

YOW2:52 p.m.Ottawa

10h 27m

1 stop

LAS10:19 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

16 Jun

LAS8:00 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12h 54m

2 stops

YOW11:54 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 396

United Airlines

13 Jun

YOW10:00 a.m.Ottawa

15h 19m

1 stop

LAS10:19 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

15 Jun

LAS6:10 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

16h 49m

2 stops

YOW1:59 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 403

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sat 13/6

5:25 p.m.-9:59 p.m.

1 stop7h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 15/6

11:45 p.m.-4:38 p.m.

1 stop13h 53m

C$ 389

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Sat 17/10

12:25 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops12h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 20/10

6:00 a.m.-7:20 p.m.

1 stop10h 20m

C$ 393

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Thu 11/6

2:52 p.m.-10:19 p.m.

1 stop10h 27m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 16/6

8:00 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops12h 54m

C$ 396

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sat 13/6

10:00 a.m.-10:19 p.m.

1 stop15h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 15/6

6:10 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops16h 49m

C$ 403

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Mon 9/11

6:00 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

2 stops16h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 17/11

8:00 a.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops13h 42m

C$ 406

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Mon 9/11

6:00 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

2 stops16h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 17/11

8:00 a.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops13h 42m

C$ 408

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Thu 1/10

12:25 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops12h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

6:00 a.m.-7:20 p.m.

1 stop10h 20m

C$ 413

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Sun 20/9

6:00 a.m.-11:20 a.m.

1 stop8h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 27/9

10:25 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop9h 10m

C$ 480

Quickest round-trip

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 23/9

6:25 a.m.-11:51 a.m.

1 stop8h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 26/9

6:00 p.m.-5:43 a.m.

1 stop8h 43m

C$ 569

OttawaBurbank

YOW - BUR

YOWBUR

Ottawa

Fri 19/6

8:40 a.m.-8:46 a.m.

3 stops27h 06m

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 26/6

6:38 p.m.-8:05 p.m.

3 stops22h 27m

C$ 1,754

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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 July. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 127, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to California in July, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Ottawa to California during August average around C$ 141.

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$ 524 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$ 389 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ottawa to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	7h 34m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Ottawa to California takes 7h 34m

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 May 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$ 259	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,345 reviews	Search WestJet flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 306	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 439 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,751 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 314	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,077 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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

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