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, Porter Airlines and United 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 51% 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 March 2026, there are 6 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$ 206 Cheap Flights from Ottawa to California in 2026

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6:55 a.m. - 4:35 p.m.

YOW

LAS

12h 40m

2 stops

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

LAS

YOW

8h 25m

1 stop

C$ 320WestJet

Sun, 3 May - Fri, 8 May

5:40 a.m. - 9:33 p.m.

YOW

LAS

18h 53m

2 stops

8:30 a.m. - 12:20 a.m.

LAS

YOW

12h 50m

2 stops

C$ 331WestJet

Fri, 24 Apr - Fri, 1 May

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

YOW

LAS

12h 15m

2 stops

4:35 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

LAS

YOW

22h 00m

2 stops

C$ 342WestJet

Fri, 29 May - Mon, 1 Jun

3:10 p.m. - 10:38 p.m.

YOW

LAS

10h 28m

1 stop

11:30 p.m. - 1:59 p.m.

LAS

YOW

11h 29m

1 stop

C$ 350United Airlines

Fri, 29 May - Mon, 1 Jun

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

YOW

PSP

8h 46m

1 stop

6:45 a.m. - 5:07 p.m.

PSP

YOW

7h 22m

1 stop

C$ 413United Airlines

Sat, 18 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

7:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

YOW

SFO

8h 20m

1 stop

6:05 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.

SFO

YOW

8h 30m

1 stop

C$ 448Multiple Airlines

Wed, 27 May - Sat, 6 Jun

6:25 a.m. - 10:41 p.m.

YOW

SJC

19h 16m

1 stop

8:45 a.m. - 9:11 a.m.

SJC

YOW

21h 26m

2 stops

C$ 474Lufthansa

Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr

5:11 p.m. - 10:47 p.m.

YOW

SMF

8h 36m

1 stop

4:12 p.m. - 1:53 p.m.

SMF

YOW

18h 41m

2 stops

C$ 479Lufthansa

Thu, 26 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr

5:00 a.m. - 5:18 p.m.

YOW

SMF

15h 18m

1 stop

6:00 p.m. - 5:54 a.m.

SMF

YOW

8h 54m

1 stop

C$ 513Air Canada

Thu, 9 Jul - Wed, 22 Jul

5:00 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.

YOW

PSP

8h 35m

1 stop

12:35 p.m. - 6:45 a.m.

PSP

YOW

15h 10m

1 stop

C$ 524Air Canada

Sat, 18 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Air Canada

6 Apr

YOW5:55 p.m.Ottawa

7h 34m

1 stop

LAS10:29 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

14 Apr

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

8h 36m

1 stop

YOW11:06 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 430

Air Canada

7 Jun

YOW5:00 a.m.Ottawa

9h 19m

1 stop

LAX11:19 a.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

20 Jun

LAX10:25 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

10h 00m

1 stop

YOW11:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 442

Air Canada

5 May

YOW5:50 p.m.Ottawa

7h 40m

1 stop

LAS10:30 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9 May

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

7h 16m

1 stop

YOW9:41 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 448

Porter Airlines flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Porter Airlines deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Porter Airlines

26 May

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

7h 42m

1 stop

LAS11:42 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2 Jun

LAS12:45 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 40m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 438

Porter Airlines

8 May

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 20m

1 stop

SFO12:20 p.m.San Francisco

9 May

SFO1:20 p.m.San Francisco

8h 05m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 488

Porter Airlines

26 Mar

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

8h 57m

1 stop

SFO12:42 p.m.San Francisco

30 Mar

SFO1:45 p.m.San Francisco

7h 53m

1 stop

YOW12:38 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 522

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sun 3/5

6:55 a.m.-4:35 p.m.

2 stops12h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/5

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

1 stop8h 25m

C$ 320

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 24/4

5:40 a.m.-9:33 p.m.

2 stops18h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/5

8:30 a.m.-12:20 a.m.

2 stops12h 50m

C$ 331

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 29/5

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

2 stops12h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/6

4:35 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops22h 00m

C$ 342

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 29/5

3:10 p.m.-10:38 p.m.

1 stop10h 28m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/6

11:30 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

1 stop11h 29m

C$ 350

Quickest round-trip

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Sat 18/4

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

1 stop8h 46m

Palm Springs

Wed 22/4

6:45 a.m.-5:07 p.m.

1 stop7h 22m

C$ 413

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Wed 27/5

7:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

1 stop8h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

6:05 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 448

OttawaSan Jose

YOW - SJC

YOWSJC

Ottawa

Tue 21/4

6:25 a.m.-10:41 p.m.

1 stop19h 16m

San Jose

Tue 28/4

8:45 a.m.-9:11 a.m.

2 stops21h 26m

C$ 474

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Thu 26/3

5:11 p.m.-10:47 p.m.

1 stop8h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/4

4:12 p.m.-1:53 p.m.

2 stops18h 41m

C$ 479

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Thu 9/7

5:00 a.m.-5:18 p.m.

1 stop15h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 22/7

6:00 p.m.-5:54 a.m.

1 stop8h 54m

C$ 513

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Sat 18/4

5:00 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop8h 35m

Palm Springs

Wed 22/4

12:35 p.m.-6:45 a.m.

1 stop15h 10m

C$ 524

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 361, 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$ 366.

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$ 456 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$ 343 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to California flights?

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

Cheap Ottawa to California flight deals and tips

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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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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 March 2026, there are 6 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$ 177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,800 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 191	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 423 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 235	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,288 reviews	Search WestJet flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,409 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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