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

Porter Airlines, 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 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.

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 June 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$ 418WestJet

Sat, 17 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

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

YOW

LAS

12h 15m

2 stops

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

LAS

YOW

8h 25m

1 stop

C$ 424WestJet

Sat, 17 Oct - Tue, 20 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$ 428WestJet

Sat, 17 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

6:05 a.m. - 10:59 p.m.

YOW

SMF

19h 54m

2 stops

4:16 p.m. - 9:56 a.m.

SMF

YOW

14h 40m

2 stops

C$ 477United Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

6:25 a.m. - 11:51 a.m.

YOW

SMF

8h 26m

1 stop

4:16 p.m. - 9:11 a.m.

SMF

YOW

13h 55m

2 stops

C$ 478United Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

7:00 a.m. - 12:23 p.m.

YOW

SFO

8h 23m

1 stop

1:25 p.m. - 12:25 a.m.

SFO

YOW

8h 00m

1 stop

C$ 488Porter Airlines

Sat, 25 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul

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

YOW

SFO

8h 20m

1 stop

1:20 p.m. - 12:25 a.m.

SFO

YOW

8h 05m

1 stop

C$ 495Porter Airlines

Wed, 23 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

2:35 p.m. - 9:26 p.m.

YOW

LAX

9h 51m

1 stop

8:15 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.

LAX

YOW

8h 30m

1 stop

C$ 507Air Canada

Thu, 15 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

6:00 a.m. - 11:19 a.m.

YOW

LAX

8h 19m

1 stop

10:25 p.m. - 10:35 a.m.

LAX

YOW

9h 10m

1 stop

C$ 509Air Canada

Mon, 17 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

6:55 a.m. - 8:58 p.m.

YOW

SJC

17h 03m

2 stops

7:15 a.m. - 12:20 a.m.

SJC

YOW

14h 05m

2 stops

C$ 717Delta

Mon, 12 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Air Canada

15 Oct

YOW2:35 p.m.Ottawa

9h 51m

1 stop

LAX9:26 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

21 Oct

LAX8:15 a.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

8h 30m

1 stop

YOW7:45 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 507

Air Canada

17 Aug

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 19m

1 stop

LAX11:19 a.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

25 Aug

LAX10:25 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

9h 10m

1 stop

YOW10:35 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 509

Air Canada

26 Aug

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 19m

1 stop

LAX11:19 a.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

2 Sep

LAX10:25 p.m.Los Angeles Los Angeles

9h 10m

1 stop

YOW10:35 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 556

Porter Airlines flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Porter Airlines deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Porter Airlines

25 Jul

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 23m

1 stop

SFO12:23 p.m.San Francisco

29 Jul

SFO1:25 p.m.San Francisco

8h 00m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 488

Porter Airlines

23 Sep

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 20m

1 stop

SFO12:20 p.m.San Francisco

27 Sep

SFO1:20 p.m.San Francisco

8h 05m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 495

Porter Airlines

25 Sep

YOW7:00 a.m.Ottawa

8h 20m

1 stop

SFO12:20 p.m.San Francisco

27 Sep

SFO1:20 p.m.San Francisco

8h 05m

1 stop

YOW12:25 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 496

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OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sat 17/10

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

1 stop11h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 20/10

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

1 stop8h 25m

C$ 418

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sat 17/10

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

2 stops12h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 20/10

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

1 stop8h 25m

C$ 424

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sat 17/10

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

2 stops12h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 20/10

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

2 stops13h 15m

C$ 428

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 16/9

6:05 a.m.-10:59 p.m.

2 stops19h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 19/9

4:16 p.m.-9:56 a.m.

2 stops14h 40m

C$ 477

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 16/9

6:25 a.m.-11:51 a.m.

1 stop8h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 19/9

4:16 p.m.-9:11 a.m.

2 stops13h 55m

C$ 478

Quickest round-trip

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Sat 25/7

7:00 a.m.-12:23 p.m.

1 stop8h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 29/7

1:25 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

1 stop8h 00m

C$ 488

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Wed 23/9

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

1 stop8h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 27/9

1:20 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

1 stop8h 05m

C$ 495

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Thu 15/10

2:35 p.m.-9:26 p.m.

1 stop9h 51m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 21/10

8:15 a.m.-7:45 p.m.

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 507

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 17/8

6:00 a.m.-11:19 a.m.

1 stop8h 19m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 25/8

10:25 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop9h 10m

C$ 509

OttawaSan Jose

YOW - SJC

YOWSJC

Ottawa

Mon 12/10

6:55 a.m.-8:58 p.m.

2 stops17h 03m

San Jose

Fri 23/10

7:15 a.m.-12:20 a.m.

2 stops14h 05m

C$ 717

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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 July. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 128, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to California in July, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Ottawa to California during August average around C$ 142.

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$ 531 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$ 392 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ottawa to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	7h 30m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Ottawa to California takes 7h 30m

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 June 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$ 261	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,350 reviews	Search WestJet flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 314	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,776 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,127 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 339	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 440 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights

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

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