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Cheap flights from Ottawa to California from C$ 165

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — LAX
20 Mar — 27 Mar1
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 18 February 2026.

Tue 24/35:40 a.m.
YOW
-
LAS
2 stops15h 33m
WestJet
Tue 31/38:05 a.m.
LAS
-
YOW
2 stops13h 34m
WestJet
Deal found 14/2C$ 251
Sun 3/55:55 a.m.
YOW
-
LAS
2 stops14h 20m
WestJet
Fri 8/58:30 a.m.
LAS
-
YOW
2 stops12h 50m
WestJet
Deal found 15/2C$ 262
Sun 22/33:05 p.m.
YOW
-
LAS
1 stop9h 57m
Porter Airlines
Wed 25/312:40 p.m.
LAS
-
YOW
1 stop8h 58m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 14/2C$ 276
Sun 22/33:05 p.m.
YOW
-
LAS
1 stop9h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/38:05 a.m.
LAS
-
YOW
2 stops13h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2C$ 280
Thu 23/45:45 p.m.
YOW
-
LAS
1 stop30h 48m
WestJet
Tue 28/412:35 p.m.
LAS
-
YOW
1 stop8h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 14/2C$ 295
Tue 14/43:10 p.m.
YOW
-
LAS
1 stop10h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 16/46:41 p.m.
LAS
-
YOW
2 stops12h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/2C$ 308
Sun 8/33:05 p.m.
YOW
-
LAS
1 stop9h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/311:25 p.m.
LAS
-
YOW
1 stop22h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2C$ 319
Tue 10/35:40 a.m.
YOW
-
LAS
2 stops15h 33m
WestJet
Wed 11/38:05 a.m.
LAS
-
YOW
2 stops13h 34m
WestJet
Deal found 17/2C$ 321
Mon 17/812:25 p.m.
YOW
-
LAX
2 stops12h 30m
WestJet
Mon 24/812:10 p.m.
LAX
-
YOW
2 stops14h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 14/2C$ 344
Sun 12/46:00 a.m.
YOW
-
LAX
2 stops15h 30m
WestJet
Thu 16/47:00 a.m.
LAX
-
YOW
2 stops14h 39m
WestJet
Deal found 13/2C$ 345
Mon 4/512:25 p.m.
YOW
-
LAX
2 stops12h 30m
WestJet
Sat 9/56:05 p.m.
LAX
-
YOW
1 stop8h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 14/2C$ 351
Thu 9/712:25 p.m.
YOW
-
SFO
2 stops12h 30m
WestJet
Sun 12/76:05 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 15/2C$ 359

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 18 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 251

One-way from

C$ 165

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 479
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 24/3-31/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 29h 07m total
  • Ottawa to California
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 5/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 57m total
  • Ottawa to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (C$ 153 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 26 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 18 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Tue 24/3

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

2 stops15h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 31/3

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

2 stops13h 34m

C$ 251

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Tue 12/5

5:55 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

2 stops14h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 16/5

6:10 p.m.-5:40 a.m.

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 276

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Sat 11/4

6:00 a.m.-6:13 p.m.

1 stop15h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 15/4

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

2 stops13h 34m

C$ 280

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Thu 23/4

5:45 p.m.-8:16 p.m.

2 stops29h 31m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 28/4

12:35 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop8h 45m

C$ 284

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Tue 14/4

6:25 a.m.-12:28 p.m.

1 stop9h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 16/4

11:45 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

1 stop7h 18m

C$ 308

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Tue 24/3

3:15 p.m.-10:34 p.m.

1 stop10h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 31/3

8:10 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

1 stop12h 44m

C$ 308

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Tue 17/3

3:15 p.m.-10:34 p.m.

1 stop10h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 24/3

11:59 p.m.-5:12 p.m.

1 stop14h 13m

C$ 308

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Fri 10/4

10:44 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

1 stop16h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 13/4

11:45 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

1 stop7h 18m

C$ 308

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Thu 2/7

7:20 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops11h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/7

6:05 p.m.-5:40 a.m.

1 stop8h 35m

C$ 359

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 29/6

1:20 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

1 stop11h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/7

6:05 p.m.-5:40 a.m.

1 stop8h 35m

C$ 359

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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 November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 325). 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 18 February 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
7.9
Good
416 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jason,Feb 2026

PHX - YVR

This was my first flight with Porter Airlines. My only complaint was that I got an unpleasant surprise when I checked in at the counter at the airport. When I purchased my ticket online at the airline website, I had used a virtual credit card and my reservation was accepted. But the agent at the counter informed me that there was an issue with my payment method and that I would need to pay with a physical debit or credit card. The airline would reimburse me within 5 to 7 business days. I’m curious why my original payment was accepted if Porter doesn’t honor virtual payment cards.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
416 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jason,Feb 2026

PHX - YVR

This was my first flight with Porter Airlines. My only complaint was that I got an unpleasant surprise when I checked in at the counter at the airport. When I purchased my ticket online at the airline website, I had used a virtual credit card and my reservation was accepted. But the agent at the counter informed me that there was an issue with my payment method and that I would need to pay with a physical debit or credit card. The airline would reimburse me within 5 to 7 business days. I’m curious why my original payment was accepted if Porter doesn’t honor virtual payment cards.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,314 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jason,Feb 2026

PHX - YVR

This was my first flight with Porter Airlines. My only complaint was that I got an unpleasant surprise when I checked in at the counter at the airport. When I purchased my ticket online at the airline website, I had used a virtual credit card and my reservation was accepted. But the agent at the counter informed me that there was an issue with my payment method and that I would need to pay with a physical debit or credit card. The airline would reimburse me within 5 to 7 business days. I’m curious why my original payment was accepted if Porter doesn’t honor virtual payment cards.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,268 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jason,Feb 2026

PHX - YVR

This was my first flight with Porter Airlines. My only complaint was that I got an unpleasant surprise when I checked in at the counter at the airport. When I purchased my ticket online at the airline website, I had used a virtual credit card and my reservation was accepted. But the agent at the counter informed me that there was an issue with my payment method and that I would need to pay with a physical debit or credit card. The airline would reimburse me within 5 to 7 business days. I’m curious why my original payment was accepted if Porter doesn’t honor virtual payment cards.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,732 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jason,Feb 2026

PHX - YVR

This was my first flight with Porter Airlines. My only complaint was that I got an unpleasant surprise when I checked in at the counter at the airport. When I purchased my ticket online at the airline website, I had used a virtual credit card and my reservation was accepted. But the agent at the counter informed me that there was an issue with my payment method and that I would need to pay with a physical debit or credit card. The airline would reimburse me within 5 to 7 business days. I’m curious why my original payment was accepted if Porter doesn’t honor virtual payment cards.

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 39m. Ottawa and California are separated by a distance of 3798 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$ 174. Porter Airlines flights start at C$ 194 while deals on Air Canada start at C$ 197 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 - Los Angeles and Ottawa - San Francisco.

  • 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 November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 325). 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 18 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 178AverageC$ 658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 193AverageC$ 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 237AverageC$ 439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 258AverageC$ 628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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