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$ 188 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

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

LAS

YOW

13h 15m

2 stops

C$ 315WestJet

Sat, 6 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

7:20 a.m. - 4:35 p.m.

YOW

LAS

12h 15m

2 stops

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

LAS

YOW

13h 15m

2 stops

C$ 316WestJet

Thu, 4 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun

7:30 p.m. - 2:27 p.m.

YOW

SMF

21h 57m

2 stops

6:36 p.m. - 5:07 p.m.

SMF

YOW

19h 31m

2 stops

C$ 446United Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

2:50 p.m. - 8:59 p.m.

YOW

LAX

9h 09m

1 stop

5:05 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.

LAX

YOW

9h 55m

1 stop

C$ 459Air Canada

Mon, 27 Apr - Tue, 5 May

6:55 a.m. - 4:22 p.m.

YOW

LAX

12h 27m

2 stops

12:02 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.

LAX

YOW

14h 33m

2 stops

C$ 479Multiple Airlines

Tue, 28 Apr - Wed, 6 May

2:40 p.m. - 8:43 p.m.

YOW

SAN

9h 03m

1 stop

4:55 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.

SAN

YOW

10h 05m

1 stop

C$ 486Air Canada

Mon, 4 May - Tue, 12 May

2:40 p.m. - 10:13 p.m.

YOW

LAX

10h 33m

1 stop

12:15 a.m. - 1:59 p.m.

LAX

YOW

10h 44m

1 stop

C$ 487United Airlines

Mon, 27 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

8:40 a.m. - 11:29 p.m.

YOW

SMF

17h 49m

2 stops

4:34 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.

SMF

YOW

19h 21m

3 stops

C$ 1,016American Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

1:20 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.

YOW

OAK

13h 39m

2 stops

7:47 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.

OAK

YOW

30h 48m

2 stops

C$ 1,165Multiple Airlines

Thu, 14 May - Mon, 18 May

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

YOW

BUR

27h 06m

3 stops

4:43 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.

BUR

YOW

19h 12m

3 stops

C$ 1,197American Airlines

Thu, 21 May - Thu, 28 May

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Air Canada

8 Jul

YOW3:10 p.m.Ottawa

10h 14m

1 stop

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

12 Jul

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

8h 10m

1 stop

YOW10:35 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 411

Air Canada

27 Apr

YOW2:50 p.m.Ottawa

9h 09m

1 stop

LAX8:59 p.m.Los Angeles

5 May

LAX5:05 p.m.Los Angeles

9h 55m

1 stop

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 459

Air Canada

4 May

YOW2:40 p.m.Ottawa

9h 03m

1 stop

SAN8:43 p.m.San Diego

12 May

SAN4:55 p.m.San Diego

10h 05m

1 stop

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 486

Porter Airlines flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Porter Airlines deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Porter Airlines

27 May

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 23m

1 stop

SFO12:23 p.m.San Francisco

6 Jun

SFO1:20 p.m.San Francisco

8h 05m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 507

Porter Airlines

18 Apr

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

9h 00m

1 stop

SFO12:45 p.m.San Francisco

22 Apr

SFO1:45 p.m.San Francisco

7h 56m

1 stop

YOW12:41 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 525

Porter Airlines

4 Oct

YOW8:40 a.m.Ottawa

7h 40m

1 stop

LAX1:20 p.m.Los Angeles

21 Oct

LAX2:20 p.m.Los Angeles

7h 05m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 546

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sat 6/6

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

2 stops12h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/6

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

2 stops13h 15m

C$ 315

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Thu 4/6

7:20 a.m.-4:35 p.m.

2 stops12h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/6

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

2 stops13h 15m

C$ 316

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Mon 4/5

7:30 p.m.-2:27 p.m.

2 stops21h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/5

6:36 p.m.-5:07 p.m.

2 stops19h 31m

C$ 446

Quickest round-trip

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 27/4

2:50 p.m.-8:59 p.m.

1 stop9h 09m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

5:05 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

1 stop9h 55m

C$ 459

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Tue 28/4

6:55 a.m.-4:22 p.m.

2 stops12h 27m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/5

12:02 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

2 stops14h 33m

C$ 479

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Mon 4/5

2:40 p.m.-8:43 p.m.

1 stop9h 03m

San Diego

Tue 12/5

4:55 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

1 stop10h 05m

C$ 486

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 27/4

2:40 p.m.-10:13 p.m.

1 stop10h 33m

Los Angeles

Mon 27/4

12:15 a.m.-1:59 p.m.

1 stop10h 44m

C$ 487

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Mon 4/5

8:40 a.m.-11:29 p.m.

2 stops17h 49m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/5

4:34 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

3 stops19h 21m

C$ 1,016

OttawaOakland

YOW - OAK

YOWOAK

Ottawa

Thu 14/5

1:20 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops13h 39m

Oakland

Mon 18/5

7:47 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

2 stops30h 48m

C$ 1,165

OttawaBurbank

YOW - BUR

YOWBUR

Ottawa

Thu 21/5

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

3 stops27h 06m

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 28/5

4:43 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

3 stops19h 12m

C$ 1,197

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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 August. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 380, 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 October is your next best option. Flight prices from Ottawa to California during October average around C$ 401.

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$ 488 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$ 359 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 42m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Ottawa to California takes 7h 42m

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
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 240	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,315 reviews	Search WestJet flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 293	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,897 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 299	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 431 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 328	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,546 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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