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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa from C$ 290

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YOW
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2025.

Thu 4/1210:15 a.m.SFO - YOW
1 stop25h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/126:45 p.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11C$ 435
Tue 2/1210:15 a.m.SFO - YOW
1 stop25h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/126:45 p.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 472
Fri 5/124:00 p.m.SJC - YOW
2 stops21h 32mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/126:20 a.m.YOW - SJC
2 stops10h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11C$ 531
Sat 6/1212:40 p.m.SJC - YOW
3 stops18h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/126:20 a.m.YOW - SJC
2 stops10h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11C$ 539
Thu 18/121:29 p.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops24h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/16:00 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop9h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 541
Wed 26/116:32 a.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops31h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/126:00 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop9h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11C$ 545
Mon 1/126:00 a.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops15h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/125:40 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11C$ 608
Wed 3/126:18 a.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/125:40 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11C$ 610
Mon 1/126:00 a.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops15h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/126:45 p.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11C$ 614
Wed 3/126:18 a.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/126:45 p.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11C$ 615
Mon 15/1210:56 p.m.SFO - YOW
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/14:20 p.m.YOW - SFO
2 stops23h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 621
Sat 6/128:45 a.m.SJC - YOW
2 stops18h 58mAir Canada
Thu 11/125:00 a.m.YOW - SJC
2 stops11h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 4/11C$ 641

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa flight deals. Data was last updated 5 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 435

One-way from

C$ 290

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 762
4/12-10/12
  • 4/12-10/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 14m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 22/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 01m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 150 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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San Francisco Bay Area

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Thu 4/12

10:15 a.m.-2:44 p.m.

1 stop25h 29m

Ottawa

Wed 10/12

6:45 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

1 stop17h 45m

C$ 435

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Fri 5/12

4:00 p.m.-4:32 p.m.

2 stops21h 32m

Ottawa

Thu 11/12

6:20 a.m.-1:32 p.m.

2 stops10h 12m

C$ 531

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Sat 6/12

12:40 p.m.-10:26 a.m.

2 stops18h 46m

Ottawa

Fri 12/12

7:30 p.m.-1:32 p.m.

2 stops21h 02m

C$ 531

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Sat 6/12

8:45 a.m.-10:26 a.m.

2 stops22h 41m

Ottawa

Thu 11/12

6:20 a.m.-1:32 p.m.

2 stops10h 12m

C$ 531

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Fri 5/12

4:00 p.m.-4:32 p.m.

2 stops21h 32m

Ottawa

Fri 12/12

7:30 p.m.-1:32 p.m.

2 stops21h 02m

C$ 531

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Thu 11/12

1:00 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop8h 40m

Ottawa

Mon 15/12

6:45 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 55m

C$ 535

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Thu 11/12

1:00 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop8h 40m

Ottawa

Thu 18/12

6:45 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 55m

C$ 546

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Tue 10/3

10:40 p.m.-10:26 a.m.

1 stop8h 46m

Ottawa

Wed 11/3

2:05 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

C$ 593

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 7/1

6:30 p.m.-5:13 p.m.

2 stops19h 43m

Ottawa

Sat 10/1

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

1 stop10h 00m

C$ 597

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

11:07 p.m.-5:13 p.m.

1 stop15h 06m

Ottawa

Wed 7/1

4:20 p.m.-1:18 p.m.

2 stops23h 58m

C$ 636

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa (average of C$ 200). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 307). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from XIH to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. 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 Ottawa. Reviews last updated 5 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines and Air Canada from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
387 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Kelly,Nov 2025

YVR - YUL

I recently flew with Porter Airlines on Flight PD372 on October 30th, and unfortunately, had a very disappointing experience. At the gate, one of their attendants gave me two boarding passes. I assumed these were for my itinerary from Vancouver to Montreal and back, but one of the boarding passes unexpectedly included a connecting flight to Toronto, which was never part of my booking or invoice. As a result of this error, my checked baggage was mistakenly routed to Toronto. When I contacted Porter’s customer service, I spoke to an agent who apologized on behalf of the attendant (employee number 13209961) and promised to have my luggage flown back to Montreal. However, shortly after, I was told there was nothing they could do except for me to travel to Toronto myself to pick up my bag. This is highly unreasonable and unfair, considering the issue was caused by their staff printing the wrong boarding pass. This entire situation caused me significant inconvenience and stress. I expected Porter to correct the mistake and deliver my luggage as originally planned, but instead, I was left with the burden of fixing an error that was not mine. I even have a photo of the staff badge of the employee who made the promise, yet the company still failed to honor it. I hope Porter Airlines reviews their internal communication and baggage handling procedures to prevent this from happening to other passengers. Customer care and responsibility fell short in this experience, and I am still waiting for a satisfactory resolution.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
387 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
387 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Kelly,Nov 2025

YVR - YUL

I recently flew with Porter Airlines on Flight PD372 on October 30th, and unfortunately, had a very disappointing experience. At the gate, one of their attendants gave me two boarding passes. I assumed these were for my itinerary from Vancouver to Montreal and back, but one of the boarding passes unexpectedly included a connecting flight to Toronto, which was never part of my booking or invoice. As a result of this error, my checked baggage was mistakenly routed to Toronto. When I contacted Porter’s customer service, I spoke to an agent who apologized on behalf of the attendant (employee number 13209961) and promised to have my luggage flown back to Montreal. However, shortly after, I was told there was nothing they could do except for me to travel to Toronto myself to pick up my bag. This is highly unreasonable and unfair, considering the issue was caused by their staff printing the wrong boarding pass. This entire situation caused me significant inconvenience and stress. I expected Porter to correct the mistake and deliver my luggage as originally planned, but instead, I was left with the burden of fixing an error that was not mine. I even have a photo of the staff badge of the employee who made the promise, yet the company still failed to honor it. I hope Porter Airlines reviews their internal communication and baggage handling procedures to prevent this from happening to other passengers. Customer care and responsibility fell short in this experience, and I am still waiting for a satisfactory resolution.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,404 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
387 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Kelly,Nov 2025

YVR - YUL

I recently flew with Porter Airlines on Flight PD372 on October 30th, and unfortunately, had a very disappointing experience. At the gate, one of their attendants gave me two boarding passes. I assumed these were for my itinerary from Vancouver to Montreal and back, but one of the boarding passes unexpectedly included a connecting flight to Toronto, which was never part of my booking or invoice. As a result of this error, my checked baggage was mistakenly routed to Toronto. When I contacted Porter’s customer service, I spoke to an agent who apologized on behalf of the attendant (employee number 13209961) and promised to have my luggage flown back to Montreal. However, shortly after, I was told there was nothing they could do except for me to travel to Toronto myself to pick up my bag. This is highly unreasonable and unfair, considering the issue was caused by their staff printing the wrong boarding pass. This entire situation caused me significant inconvenience and stress. I expected Porter to correct the mistake and deliver my luggage as originally planned, but instead, I was left with the burden of fixing an error that was not mine. I even have a photo of the staff badge of the employee who made the promise, yet the company still failed to honor it. I hope Porter Airlines reviews their internal communication and baggage handling procedures to prevent this from happening to other passengers. Customer care and responsibility fell short in this experience, and I am still waiting for a satisfactory resolution.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ottawa from San Francisco Bay Area?

    If you book a flight to Ottawa from San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying to Ottawa, which is the city’s only airport. Ottawa (YOW) is located 10.6 km from the centre of Ottawa.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa?

    United Airlines can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in just under 21h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa is about 3903 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 325. Delta flights start at C$ 384 while deals on United Airlines start at C$ 808 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa?

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa are San Francisco - Ottawa, San Jose - Ottawa and Oakland - Ottawa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa (average of C$ 200). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 307). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 200AverageC$ 536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 411AverageC$ 763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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