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Cheap flights from Ottawa to California from C$ 171

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — LAX
12 Apr — 19 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to California

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 March 2026.

Sun 3/57:20 a.m.
YOW
-
LAS
2 stops11h 25m
WestJet
Tue 12/51:20 p.m.
LAS
-
YOW
2 stops13h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 12/3C$ 264
Sat 30/512:25 p.m.
YOW
-
LAS
2 stops12h 15m
WestJet
Fri 5/66:10 p.m.
LAS
-
YOW
1 stop8h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 13/3C$ 267
Sun 26/47:30 a.m.
YOW
-
LAS
2 stops12h 05m
WestJet
Tue 5/56:10 p.m.
LAS
-
YOW
1 stop8h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 12/3C$ 268
Sun 3/57:20 a.m.
YOW
-
LAS
2 stops11h 25m
WestJet
Tue 5/56:10 p.m.
LAS
-
YOW
1 stop8h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 13/3C$ 270
Sun 3/57:20 a.m.
YOW
-
LAS
2 stops11h 25m
WestJet
Fri 8/56:10 p.m.
LAS
-
YOW
1 stop8h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 12/3C$ 276
Mon 1/66:55 a.m.
YOW
-
LAS
1 stop7h 45m
WestJet
Thu 4/61:20 p.m.
LAS
-
YOW
2 stops13h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 12/3C$ 281
Mon 20/46:00 a.m.
YOW
-
LAS
1 stop10h 58m
WestJet
Thu 23/48:05 a.m.
LAS
-
YOW
2 stops13h 34m
WestJet
Deal found 11/3C$ 282
Fri 1/57:20 a.m.
YOW
-
SAN
1 stop9h 50m
WestJet
Sat 9/53:30 p.m.
SAN
-
YOW
1 stop11h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 13/3C$ 394
Mon 1/67:20 a.m.
YOW
-
SAN
1 stop9h 50m
WestJet
Fri 5/63:30 p.m.
SAN
-
YOW
1 stop11h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 12/3C$ 400
Fri 29/512:25 p.m.
YOW
-
SFO
2 stops12h 30m
WestJet
Mon 1/66:05 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 12/3C$ 404
Thu 9/46:00 a.m.
YOW
-
SFO
1 stop9h 10m
WestJet
Wed 15/41:00 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 40m
WestJet
Deal found 12/3C$ 410
Wed 15/410:44 a.m.
YOW
-
SMF
1 stop15h 04m
United Airlines
Mon 20/48:07 p.m.
SMF
-
YOW
2 stops10h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/3C$ 424

Find flight deals from Ottawa to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ottawa to California flight deals. Data was last updated 13 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 264

One-way from

C$ 171

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 550
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 3/5-12/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 24h 40m total
  • Ottawa to California
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 24/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 11h 25m total
  • Ottawa to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 13 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Tue 28/4

10:44 a.m.-8:56 p.m.

2 stops13h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

6:00 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops12h 35m

C$ 424

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 15/4

2:40 p.m.-8:54 p.m.

1 stop9h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 20/4

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

1 stop11h 00m

C$ 424

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Wed 27/5

6:15 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops30h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

6:05 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 439

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Fri 1/5

6:15 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

2 stops20h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 4/5

6:00 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop8h 15m

C$ 441

OttawaSacramento

YOW - SMF

YOWSMF

Ottawa

Wed 22/4

5:25 p.m.-10:48 p.m.

1 stop8h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 25/4

7:00 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

1 stop13h 54m

C$ 443

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Mon 6/4

5:25 p.m.-10:04 p.m.

1 stop7h 39m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 13/4

7:04 p.m.-5:07 p.m.

2 stops19h 03m

C$ 458

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 17/4

10:44 a.m.-8:38 p.m.

2 stops12h 54m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 20/4

10:40 p.m.-9:11 a.m.

1 stop7h 31m

C$ 458

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 15/5

10:00 a.m.-10:13 p.m.

1 stop15h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 16/5

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

1 stop11h 00m

C$ 460

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Tue 28/4

6:25 a.m.-6:23 p.m.

2 stops14h 58m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 3/5

12:36 a.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops10h 23m

C$ 460

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sat 13/6

10:44 a.m.-9:54 p.m.

1 stop14h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 15/6

8:31 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops10h 32m

C$ 464

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to California (average of C$ 179). Flying from Ottawa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 339). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 13 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,United Airlines, andWestJet from Ottawa to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
423 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
423 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
423 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,418 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
423 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,292 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
423 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,800 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
423 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to California?

    Most people fly from Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight from Ottawa to California. Ottawa is conveniently located just 10.6 km from Ottawa’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to California?

    Departing from Ottawa to California will take you 8h 35m. Ottawa and California are separated by a distance of 3677 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 175. Porter Airlines flights start at C$ 194 while deals on Air Canada start at C$ 198 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Ottawa to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Ottawa to California are Ottawa - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Ottawa - Sacramento Intl and Ottawa - Los Angeles Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to California (average of C$ 179). Flying from Ottawa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 339). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 13 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 179AverageC$ 671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 193AverageC$ 510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 237AverageC$ 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 315AverageC$ 628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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