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 53% 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.

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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$ 314WestJet

Fri, 1 May - Tue, 5 May

7:20 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

YOW

LAS

11h 25m

2 stops

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

LAS

YOW

8h 25m

1 stop

C$ 317WestJet

Sun, 3 May - Thu, 7 May

7:20 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

YOW

LAS

11h 25m

2 stops

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

LAS

YOW

8h 25m

1 stop

C$ 318WestJet

Wed, 6 May - Thu, 7 May

3:10 p.m. - 9:49 p.m.

YOW

SMF

9h 39m

1 stop

7:04 p.m. - 10:03 a.m.

SMF

YOW

11h 59m

2 stops

C$ 465United Airlines

Fri, 24 Apr - Fri, 1 May

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

YOW

SMF

21h 57m

2 stops

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

SMF

YOW

11h 00m

1 stop

C$ 466United Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

6:25 a.m. - 6:45 p.m.

YOW

SMF

15h 20m

1 stop

11:59 p.m. - 5:07 p.m.

SMF

YOW

14h 08m

1 stop

C$ 482Lufthansa

Fri, 24 Apr - Fri, 1 May

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

YOW

PSP

8h 35m

1 stop

11:25 a.m. - 1:36 a.m.

PSP

YOW

11h 11m

1 stop

C$ 560Air Canada

Tue, 21 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr

10:44 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.

YOW

PSP

13h 01m

2 stops

7:35 p.m. - 9:15 a.m.

PSP

YOW

10h 40m

2 stops

C$ 602Air Canada

Sat, 9 May - Wed, 13 May

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

YOW

SMF

17h 49m

2 stops

4:10 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.

SMF

YOW

19h 45m

3 stops

C$ 1,048American Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Sat, 16 May

8:40 a.m. - 10:54 p.m.

YOW

SMF

17h 14m

3 stops

4:10 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.

SMF

YOW

19h 45m

3 stops

C$ 1,250American Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Sat, 16 May

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Air Canada

9 May

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

7h 45m

1 stop

LAS10:45 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12 May

LAS6:00 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9h 00m

1 stop

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 390

Air Canada

7 May

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 24m

1 stop

LAX11:24 a.m.Los Angeles

11 May

LAX10:30 p.m.Los Angeles

10h 01m

1 stop

YOW11:31 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 443

Air Canada

5 May

YOW6:55 a.m.Ottawa

12h 04m

1 stop

LAX3:59 p.m.Los Angeles

12 May

LAX5:05 p.m.Los Angeles

9h 55m

1 stop

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 448

American Airlines flights from Ottawa to California

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American Airlines

21 Apr

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

16h 06m

2 stops

LAX7:51 p.m.Los Angeles

23 Apr

LAX5:59 p.m.Los Angeles

19h 52m

2 stops

YOW4:51 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 751

American Airlines

21 Apr

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

20h 02m

2 stops

LAX11:47 p.m.Los Angeles

23 Apr

LAX12:32 p.m.Los Angeles

25h 19m

2 stops

YOW4:51 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 891

American Airlines

21 Apr

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

19h 44m

2 stops

PSP11:29 p.m.Palm Springs

29 Apr

PSP2:45 p.m.Palm Springs

23h 06m

3 stops

YOW4:51 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 904

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 1/5

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

2 stops12h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/5

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

2 stops13h 15m

C$ 314

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sun 3/5

7:20 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/5

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

1 stop8h 25m

C$ 317

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Wed 6/5

7:20 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/5

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

1 stop8h 25m

C$ 318

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Fri 24/4

3:10 p.m.-9:49 p.m.

1 stop9h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/5

7:04 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops11h 59m

C$ 465

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Mon 4/5

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

2 stops21h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/5

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

1 stop11h 00m

C$ 466

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Fri 24/4

6:25 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop15h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/5

11:59 p.m.-5:07 p.m.

1 stop14h 08m

C$ 482

Quickest round-trip

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Tue 21/4

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

1 stop8h 35m

Palm Springs

Thu 23/4

11:25 a.m.-1:36 a.m.

1 stop11h 11m

C$ 560

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Sat 9/5

10:44 a.m.-8:45 p.m.

2 stops13h 01m

Palm Springs

Wed 13/5

7:35 p.m.-9:15 a.m.

2 stops10h 40m

C$ 602

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Mon 4/5

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

2 stops17h 49m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 16/5

4:10 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

3 stops19h 45m

C$ 1,048

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Mon 4/5

8:40 a.m.-10:54 p.m.

3 stops17h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 16/5

4:10 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

3 stops19h 45m

C$ 1,250

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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$ 378, 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 June is your next best option. Flight prices from Ottawa to California during June average around C$ 405.

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$ 487 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$ 365 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 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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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$ 242	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,320 reviews	Search WestJet flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 306	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 434 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 309	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,917 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 326	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,574 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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

Yes. All flights to California from Ottawa on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from Ottawa to California?

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