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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles from C$ 257

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 19/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — LAX
4 Sep — 11 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 August 2026.

Sat 19/97:20 a.m. -
2 stops14h 00m
Sat 26/97:10 p.m. -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 4/8C$ 472
Mon 19/108:15 p.m. -
1 stop28h 50m
Wed 21/106:05 p.m. -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 3/8C$ 474
Sun 18/1012:25 p.m. -
2 stops12h 40m
Wed 21/106:05 p.m. -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 31/7C$ 479
Thu 10/98:15 p.m. -
1 stop28h 50m
Wed 16/96:05 p.m. -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 1/8C$ 481
Mon 28/912:25 p.m. -
2 stops12h 40m
Tue 29/96:05 p.m. -
1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 2/8C$ 486
Wed 9/98:15 p.m. -
1 stop28h 50m
Fri 11/912:10 p.m. -
2 stops14h 25m
Deal found 2/8C$ 493

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 August 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 474

One-way from

C$ 257

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 578
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 19/10-21/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 20m total
  • Ottawa to Los Angeles
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 19/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 00m total
  • Ottawa to Los Angeles
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (C$ 31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles 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 5 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Sun 18/10

12:25 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

2 stops12h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 21/10

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

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 479

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 14/9

2:52 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop11h 13m

Los Angeles

Mon 21/9

9:29 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops13h 30m

C$ 609

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Fri 30/10

6:15 a.m.-1:17 p.m.

2 stops10h 02m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/11

9:35 p.m.-2:09 p.m.

2 stops13h 34m

C$ 609
Quickest round-trip

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Sat 29/8

6:00 a.m.-11:32 a.m.

1 stop8h 32m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

10:39 p.m.-9:56 a.m.

1 stop8h 17m

C$ 611

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 14/12

9:45 a.m.-12:35 a.m.

1 stop17h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/1

7:00 a.m.-9:31 p.m.

1 stop11h 31m

C$ 697

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 17/8

6:00 a.m.-2:08 p.m.

2 stops11h 08m

Los Angeles

Wed 26/8

4:15 p.m.-9:11 a.m.

2 stops13h 56m

C$ 766

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Sun 16/8

6:00 a.m.-11:32 a.m.

1 stop8h 32m

Los Angeles

Sat 29/8

11:00 p.m.-2:17 p.m.

1 stop12h 17m

C$ 766

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Sun 16/8

6:00 a.m.-2:08 p.m.

2 stops11h 08m

Los Angeles

Mon 24/8

11:30 p.m.-5:16 p.m.

1 stop14h 46m

C$ 766
Cheapest one-way

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Sat 26/9

7:20 a.m.-6:20 p.m.

2 stops14h 00m

C$ 263

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Sat 5/9

6:00 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops12h 20m

C$ 287

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles?

The price you pay for your flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 36 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles (average of C$ 419). Flying from Ottawa to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 692). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Los Angeles?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Ottawa to Los Angeles flights typically cost between C$ 495 and C$ 763 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 472 on WestJet (19 Sep-26 Sep).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 5 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles, such as Porter Airlines,United Airlines, andWestJet. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
450 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,061 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,426 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,428 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Shannon,Jul 2026

YQT - YOW

Seats need to be a bit bigger & I'm not impressed that you have to pay to change seats

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles?

    A quick flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles can take about 11h 13m. WestJet provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 609. The distance from Ottawa to Los Angeles is about 3819 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles round-trip from C$ 325. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from C$ 386, and Porter Airlines, from C$ 398. WestJet is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles are Porter Airlines (C$ 189), Air Canada (C$ 239), and United Airlines (C$ 253).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles (average of C$ 419). Flying from Ottawa to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 692). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles. 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 5 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 325AverageC$ 461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 386AverageC$ 617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 398AverageC$ 655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 412AverageC$ 596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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