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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa from C$ 233

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YOW
2 May — 9 May1
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 2 April 2026.

Mon 11/511:59 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
2 stops14h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/57:00 a.m.
YOW
-
SFO
1 stop8h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 514
Tue 5/56:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 15m
WestJet
Thu 7/512:25 p.m.
YOW
-
SFO
2 stops12h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 1/4C$ 520
Tue 5/56:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/57:00 a.m.
YOW
-
SFO
1 stop8h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4C$ 538
Sun 21/66:05 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 30m
WestJet
Tue 14/712:25 p.m.
YOW
-
SFO
2 stops12h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 1/4C$ 546
Fri 15/51:00 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop13h 35m
WestJet
Sat 23/512:25 p.m.
YOW
-
SFO
2 stops12h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 1/4C$ 570
Wed 13/511:59 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
2 stops33h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/57:00 a.m.
YOW
-
SFO
1 stop8h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 572
Tue 9/66:05 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 30m
WestJet
Sat 13/61:20 p.m.
YOW
-
SFO
1 stop11h 35m
WestJet
Deal found 30/3C$ 575
Wed 13/51:20 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/56:15 p.m.
YOW
-
SFO
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3C$ 576
Sat 2/58:45 a.m.
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops13h 01m
Air Canada
Fri 8/55:25 p.m.
YOW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 31m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/3C$ 649
Tue 28/43:45 p.m.
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops19h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 29/45:25 p.m.
YOW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/3C$ 658
Tue 7/76:30 a.m.
SJC
-
YOW
1 stop7h 37m
United Airlines
Fri 10/75:20 p.m.
YOW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/4C$ 689
Tue 28/48:45 a.m.
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops12h 09m
United Airlines
Tue 5/57:30 p.m.
YOW
-
SJC
2 stops19h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 711

Find 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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 514

One-way from

C$ 233

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 882
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 11/5-19/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 22h 59m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa
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5/5
  • 5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 36m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

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

1 stop8h 15m

Ottawa

Thu 7/5

7:00 a.m.-12:23 p.m.

1 stop8h 23m

C$ 547

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Fri 17/7

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

1 stop8h 30m

Ottawa

Mon 20/7

12:25 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops12h 30m

C$ 585

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Thu 16/7

6:00 a.m.-7:20 p.m.

1 stop10h 20m

Ottawa

Mon 20/7

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

1 stop9h 00m

C$ 649

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 17/6

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

1 stop8h 15m

Ottawa

Mon 22/6

4:15 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop22h 45m

C$ 657

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Tue 28/4

3:45 p.m.-2:22 p.m.

2 stops19h 37m

Ottawa

Wed 29/4

5:25 p.m.-10:41 p.m.

1 stop8h 16m

C$ 658

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 13/5

1:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

2 stops20h 30m

Ottawa

Tue 19/5

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

2 stops20h 45m

C$ 685

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Mon 1/6

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

1 stop8h 30m

Ottawa

Fri 5/6

12:25 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops12h 30m

C$ 689

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Tue 28/4

8:45 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops12h 09m

Ottawa

Tue 5/5

7:30 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

2 stops19h 30m

C$ 711

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Thu 23/7

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

1 stop8h 40m

Ottawa

Sun 9/8

6:25 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

2 stops20h 35m

C$ 721
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 13/5

1:20 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

1 stop8h 05m

Ottawa

Wed 20/5

7:00 a.m.-12:23 p.m.

1 stop8h 23m

C$ 764

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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$ 197). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 454). 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 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 2 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines 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
430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
430 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
430 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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

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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?

    WestJet and United Airlines can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in just under 8h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 22m. The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa is about 3925 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 174. Porter Airlines flights start at C$ 207 while deals on Air Canada start at C$ 244 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$ 197). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 454). 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$ 197AverageC$ 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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