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

WestJet, Air Canada, and United Airlines 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 49% 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 January 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.

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5:40 a.m. - 10:12 p.m.

YOW

LAS

19h 32m

1 stop

8:05 a.m. - 12:39 a.m.

LAS

YOW

13h 34m

2 stops

C$ 299WestJet

Thu, 26 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

5:40 a.m. - 6:13 p.m.

YOW

LAS

15h 33m

2 stops

9:10 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

LAS

YOW

17h 25m

2 stops

C$ 303WestJet

Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

6:20 a.m. - 12:26 p.m.

YOW

PSP

9h 06m

1 stop

7:35 p.m. - 1:59 p.m.

PSP

YOW

15h 24m

2 stops

C$ 412United Airlines

Mon, 16 Mar - Wed, 15 Apr

5:48 p.m. - 9:37 a.m.

YOW

PSP

18h 49m

2 stops

6:08 p.m. - 5:12 p.m.

PSP

YOW

20h 04m

2 stops

C$ 422United Airlines

Sun, 1 Mar - Wed, 4 Mar

5:40 a.m. - 10:03 p.m.

YOW

LAX

19h 23m

2 stops

11:30 a.m. - 2:44 p.m.

LAX

YOW

24h 14m

1 stop

C$ 433Multiple Airlines

Tue, 7 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr

5:45 a.m. - 11:19 a.m.

YOW

LAX

8h 34m

1 stop

6:10 p.m. - 6:45 a.m.

LAX

YOW

9h 35m

1 stop

C$ 434Air Canada

Wed, 8 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr

6:40 a.m. - 1:21 p.m.

YOW

PSP

9h 41m

1 stop

2:20 p.m. - 12:43 a.m.

PSP

YOW

7h 23m

1 stop

C$ 440Porter Airlines

Sat, 7 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb

5:40 a.m. - 4:58 p.m.

YOW

LAX

14h 18m

2 stops

11:30 a.m. - 2:44 p.m.

LAX

YOW

24h 14m

1 stop

C$ 440Multiple Airlines

Mon, 6 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr

6:40 a.m. - 1:21 p.m.

YOW

PSP

9h 41m

1 stop

2:20 p.m. - 12:43 a.m.

PSP

YOW

7h 23m

1 stop

C$ 441Porter Airlines

Sat, 7 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb

7:00 a.m. - 12:18 p.m.

YOW

SAN

8h 18m

1 stop

8:15 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.

SAN

YOW

9h 30m

1 stop

C$ 565Air Canada

Wed, 13 May - Wed, 27 May

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Air Canada

24 Feb

YOW5:50 p.m.Ottawa

9h 14m

1 stop

LAS12:04 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4 Mar

LAS4:45 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 58m

1 stop

YOW6:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 429

Air Canada

8 Apr

YOW5:45 a.m.Ottawa

8h 34m

1 stop

LAX11:19 a.m.Los Angeles

14 Apr

LAX6:10 p.m.Los Angeles

9h 35m

1 stop

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 434

Air Canada

3 Apr

YOW12:00 p.m.Ottawa

10h 19m

1 stop

LAX7:19 p.m.Los Angeles

11 Apr

LAX6:10 p.m.Los Angeles

9h 35m

1 stop

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 441

Porter Airlines flights from Ottawa to California

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Porter Airlines

9 Apr

YOW3:05 p.m.Ottawa

10h 37m

1 stop

LAS10:42 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

14 Apr

LAS12:40 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 01m

1 stop

YOW12:41 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 433

Porter Airlines

7 Feb

YOW6:40 a.m.Ottawa

9h 41m

1 stop

PSP1:21 p.m.Palm Springs

14 Feb

PSP2:20 p.m.Palm Springs

7h 23m

1 stop

YOW12:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 440

Porter Airlines

7 Feb

YOW6:40 a.m.Ottawa

9h 41m

1 stop

PSP1:21 p.m.Palm Springs

14 Feb

PSP2:20 p.m.Palm Springs

7h 23m

1 stop

YOW12:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 441

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Thu 26/2

5:40 a.m.-10:12 p.m.

1 stop19h 32m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/3

8:05 a.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops13h 34m

C$ 299

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Thu 23/4

5:40 a.m.-6:13 p.m.

2 stops15h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 27/4

9:10 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops17h 25m

C$ 303

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Mon 16/3

6:20 a.m.-12:26 p.m.

1 stop9h 06m

Palm Springs

Wed 15/4

7:35 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops15h 24m

C$ 412

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Sun 1/3

5:48 p.m.-9:37 a.m.

2 stops18h 49m

Palm Springs

Wed 4/3

6:08 p.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops20h 04m

C$ 422

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Tue 7/4

5:40 a.m.-10:03 p.m.

2 stops19h 23m

Los Angeles

Wed 15/4

11:30 a.m.-2:44 p.m.

1 stop24h 14m

C$ 433

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Wed 8/4

5:45 a.m.-11:19 a.m.

1 stop8h 34m

Los Angeles

Tue 14/4

6:10 p.m.-6:45 a.m.

1 stop9h 35m

C$ 434

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Sat 7/2

6:40 a.m.-1:21 p.m.

1 stop9h 41m

Palm Springs

Sat 14/2

2:20 p.m.-12:43 a.m.

1 stop7h 23m

C$ 440

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 6/4

5:40 a.m.-4:58 p.m.

2 stops14h 18m

Los Angeles

Wed 15/4

11:30 a.m.-2:44 p.m.

1 stop24h 14m

C$ 440

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Sat 7/2

6:40 a.m.-1:21 p.m.

1 stop9h 41m

Palm Springs

Sat 14/2

2:20 p.m.-12:43 a.m.

1 stop7h 23m

C$ 441

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Wed 13/5

7:00 a.m.-12:18 p.m.

1 stop8h 18m

San Diego

Wed 27/5

8:15 a.m.-8:45 p.m.

1 stop9h 30m

C$ 565

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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$ 353, 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$ 371.

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$ 441 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$ 336 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% 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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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 January 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$ 181	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,646 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 240	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,247 reviews	Search WestJet flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 262	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,191 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 302	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 412 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights

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