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 50% 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 Air Canada 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 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.

C$ 176 Cheap Flights from Ottawa to California in 2026

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

YOW

LAS

15h 33m

2 stops

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

LAS

YOW

13h 34m

2 stops

C$ 282WestJet

Tue, 10 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

5:40 a.m. - 9:12 p.m.

YOW

LAS

19h 32m

1 stop

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

LAS

YOW

13h 34m

2 stops

C$ 305WestJet

Sun, 8 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

6:00 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.

YOW

LAS

7h 35m

1 stop

6:45 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.

LAS

YOW

11h 00m

1 stop

C$ 326Air Canada

Sat, 30 May - Fri, 5 Jun

3:05 p.m. - 10:02 p.m.

YOW

LAS

9h 57m

1 stop

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

LAS

YOW

13h 34m

2 stops

C$ 329Multiple Airlines

Sun, 8 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

3:05 p.m. - 10:02 p.m.

YOW

LAS

9h 57m

1 stop

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

LAS

YOW

13h 34m

2 stops

C$ 330Multiple Airlines

Mon, 23 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

2:15 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.

YOW

PSP

22h 25m

2 stops

7:00 a.m. - 9:18 p.m.

PSP

YOW

11h 18m

1 stop

C$ 386United Airlines

Sun, 1 Mar - Wed, 4 Mar

6:20 a.m. - 10:27 p.m.

YOW

PSP

19h 07m

1 stop

7:00 a.m. - 5:07 p.m.

PSP

YOW

7h 07m

1 stop

C$ 388United Airlines

Sun, 1 Mar - Wed, 4 Mar

5:00 a.m. - 10:39 a.m.

YOW

PSP

8h 39m

1 stop

11:25 a.m. - 11:04 p.m.

PSP

YOW

8h 39m

1 stop

C$ 400Air Canada

Sat, 28 Mar - Thu, 2 Apr

6:20 a.m. - 10:56 p.m.

YOW

SJC

19h 36m

1 stop

10:55 p.m. - 10:26 a.m.

SJC

YOW

8h 31m

1 stop

C$ 437Lufthansa

Thu, 5 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

6:20 a.m. - 10:56 p.m.

YOW

SJC

19h 36m

1 stop

3:49 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SJC

YOW

21h 41m

2 stops

C$ 650Lufthansa

Thu, 5 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

Air Canada

30 May

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

7h 35m

1 stop

LAS10:35 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

5 Jun

LAS6:45 a.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

11h 00m

1 stop

YOW8:45 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 326

Air Canada

13 Apr

YOW6:05 p.m.Ottawa

7h 24m

1 stop

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

14 Apr

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

11h 00m

1 stop

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 346

Air Canada

14 Apr

YOW7:45 a.m.Ottawa

11h 13m

1 stop

LAS3:58 p.m.Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

16 Apr

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

11h 00m

1 stop

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 357

American Airlines flights from Ottawa to California

Our best American Airlines deals on Ottawa to California flight tickets

American Airlines

12 Mar

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

12h 32m

2 stops

LAX4:17 p.m.Los Angeles

6 May

LAX10:35 p.m.Los Angeles

13h 20m

2 stops

YOW2:55 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 544

American Airlines

24 Feb

YOW6:40 a.m.Ottawa

12h 35m

2 stops

LAX4:15 p.m.Los Angeles

28 Feb

LAX1:17 a.m.Los Angeles

12h 31m

2 stops

YOW4:48 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 546

American Airlines

12 Mar

YOW6:45 a.m.Ottawa

14h 55m

2 stops

LAX6:40 p.m.Los Angeles

16 Mar

LAX8:40 a.m.Los Angeles

12h 58m

2 stops

YOW12:38 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 548

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Tue 10/3

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

2 stops15h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/3

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

2 stops13h 34m

C$ 282

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sun 8/3

5:40 a.m.-9:12 p.m.

1 stop19h 32m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 13/3

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

2 stops13h 34m

C$ 305

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sat 30/5

6:00 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop7h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/6

6:45 a.m.-8:45 p.m.

1 stop11h 00m

C$ 326

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sun 8/3

3:05 p.m.-10:02 p.m.

1 stop9h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 13/3

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

2 stops13h 34m

C$ 329

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Mon 23/2

3:05 p.m.-10:02 p.m.

1 stop9h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/3

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

2 stops13h 34m

C$ 330

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Sun 1/3

2:15 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

2 stops22h 25m

Palm Springs

Wed 4/3

7:00 a.m.-9:18 p.m.

1 stop11h 18m

C$ 386

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Sun 1/3

6:20 a.m.-10:27 p.m.

1 stop19h 07m

Palm Springs

Wed 4/3

7:00 a.m.-5:07 p.m.

1 stop7h 07m

C$ 388

OttawaPalm Springs

YOW - PSP

YOWPSP

Ottawa

Sat 28/3

5:00 a.m.-10:39 a.m.

1 stop8h 39m

Palm Springs

Thu 2/4

11:25 a.m.-11:04 p.m.

1 stop8h 39m

C$ 400

OttawaSan Jose

YOW - SJC

YOWSJC

Ottawa

Thu 5/3

6:20 a.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop19h 36m

San Jose

Mon 9/3

10:55 p.m.-10:26 a.m.

1 stop8h 31m

C$ 437

OttawaSan Jose

YOW - SJC

YOWSJC

Ottawa

Thu 5/3

6:20 a.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop19h 36m

San Jose

Mon 9/3

3:49 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

2 stops21h 41m

C$ 650

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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$ 346, 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$ 364.

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$ 435 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$ 330 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ottawa to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	7h 39m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Ottawa to California takes 7h 39m

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$ 177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,667 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 236	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,253 reviews	Search WestJet flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 242	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,215 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 295	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 412 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights

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