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.

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

WestJet, United Airlines, and Porter Airlines are the most popular carriers operating 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.

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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$ 354WestJet

Fri, 16 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

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$ 355WestJet

Fri, 25 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

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

YOW

LAS

11h 20m

1 stop

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

LAS

YOW

13h 15m

2 stops

C$ 357WestJet

Fri, 25 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

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

YOW

SMF

10h 10m

1 stop

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

SMF

YOW

8h 43m

1 stop

C$ 428Air Canada

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

5:20 p.m. - 10:22 p.m.

YOW

SMF

8h 02m

1 stop

8:19 p.m. - 9:56 a.m.

SMF

YOW

10h 37m

2 stops

C$ 439United Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

YOW

SMF

12h 00m

2 stops

8:19 p.m. - 1:59 p.m.

SMF

YOW

14h 40m

2 stops

C$ 440United Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

12:00 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.

YOW

SMF

12h 10m

1 stop

7:55 a.m. - 12:45 a.m.

SMF

YOW

13h 50m

1 stop

C$ 525Air Canada

Wed, 22 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul

12:25 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.

YOW

PSP

26h 55m

2 stops

1:10 p.m. - 12:58 p.m.

PSP

YOW

20h 48m

1 stop

C$ 880Multiple Airlines

Thu, 28 May - Mon, 1 Jun

12:25 p.m. - 9:49 a.m.

YOW

BUR

24h 24m

3 stops

2:57 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

BUR

YOW

23h 38m

3 stops

C$ 890Multiple Airlines

Sat, 6 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun

8:40 a.m. - 6:56 p.m.

YOW

PSP

13h 16m

3 stops

7:41 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.

PSP

YOW

16h 14m

3 stops

C$ 1,458American Airlines

Thu, 28 May - Mon, 1 Jun

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Air Canada

9 Sep

YOW2:00 p.m.Ottawa

10h 10m

1 stop

SMF9:10 p.m.Sacramento Intl

16 Sep

SMF6:00 p.m.Sacramento Intl

8h 43m

1 stop

YOW5:43 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 428

Air Canada

6 Jun

YOW5:05 a.m.Ottawa

11h 29m

1 stop

LAX1:34 p.m.Los Angeles

15 Jun

LAX10:30 p.m.Los Angeles

10h 01m

1 stop

YOW11:31 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 481

Air Canada

1 Jun

YOW5:05 a.m.Ottawa

11h 29m

1 stop

LAX1:34 p.m.Los Angeles

7 Jun

LAX6:58 p.m.Los Angeles

16h 01m

1 stop

YOW1:59 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 519

Porter Airlines flights from Ottawa to California

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Porter Airlines

8 Sep

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

9h 20m

1 stop

LAX1:20 p.m.Los Angeles

22 Sep

LAX2:20 p.m.Los Angeles

7h 05m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 502

Porter Airlines

27 May

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 23m

1 stop

SFO12:23 p.m.San Francisco

28 May

SFO1:20 p.m.San Francisco

8h 05m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 574

Porter Airlines

6 May

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 00m

1 stop

LAX12:00 p.m.Los Angeles

7 May

LAX1:00 p.m.Los Angeles

8h 25m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 701

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 16/10

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

1 stop11h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 23/10

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

1 stop8h 25m

C$ 354

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 25/9

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

2 stops12h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 30/9

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

2 stops13h 15m

C$ 355

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 25/9

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

1 stop11h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 30/9

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

2 stops13h 15m

C$ 357

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 9/9

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

1 stop10h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 16/9

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

1 stop8h 43m

C$ 428

Quickest round-trip

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 9/9

5:20 p.m.-10:22 p.m.

1 stop8h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 16/9

8:19 p.m.-9:56 a.m.

2 stops10h 37m

C$ 439

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 9/9

6:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops12h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 16/9

8:19 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops14h 40m

C$ 440

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 22/7

12:00 p.m.-9:10 p.m.

1 stop12h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 26/7

7:55 a.m.-12:45 a.m.

1 stop13h 50m

C$ 525

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Thu 28/5

12:25 p.m.-12:20 p.m.

2 stops26h 55m

Palm Springs

Mon 1/6

1:10 p.m.-12:58 p.m.

1 stop20h 48m

C$ 880

OttawaBurbank

YOW - BUR

YOWBUR

Ottawa

Sat 6/6

12:25 p.m.-9:49 a.m.

3 stops24h 24m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 13/6

2:57 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

3 stops23h 38m

C$ 890

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Thu 28/5

8:40 a.m.-6:56 p.m.

3 stops13h 16m

Palm Springs

Mon 1/6

7:41 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

3 stops16h 14m

C$ 1,458

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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$ 395, 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$ 400.

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$ 490 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$ 379 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ottawa to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	7h 56m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Ottawa to California takes 7h 56m

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$ 252	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,327 reviews	Search WestJet flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 302	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 435 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 309	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,664 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 311	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,974 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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