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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa from C$ 245

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YOW
19 Oct — 26 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 19 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 397

One-way from

C$ 245

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 601
15/10-22/10
  • 15/10-22/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 24m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa
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8/10
  • 8/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 22m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 139 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa

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 19 September 2025.

Wed 15/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YOW
1 stop25h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/106:00 a.m.YOW - SFO
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 397
Wed 15/1012:50 p.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops24h 29mWestJet
Wed 22/106:00 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop8h 54mWestJet
Deal found 16/9C$ 419
Sat 11/1012:50 p.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops24h 29mWestJet
Thu 16/106:00 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop18h 24mWestJet
Deal found 17/9C$ 436
Sat 18/107:30 a.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops26h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/126:55 p.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop20h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9C$ 463
Wed 22/1010:15 a.m.SFO - YOW
1 stop25h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/106:45 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9C$ 465
Sat 18/107:30 a.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops26h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/106:00 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop8h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9C$ 467
Sat 18/107:30 a.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops26h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/126:00 a.m.YOW - SFO
1 stop9h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9C$ 472
Thu 13/111:00 p.m.SFO - YOW
2 stops26h 21mWestJet
Mon 17/117:15 p.m.YOW - SFO
2 stops19h 57mWestJet
Deal found 17/9C$ 487
Sat 11/103:22 p.m.SJC - YOW
3 stops20h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/105:55 a.m.YOW - SJC
3 stops20h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 933
Sat 11/1012:30 p.m.SJC - YOW
2 stops22h 34mUnited Airlines
Thu 16/105:15 a.m.YOW - SJC
2 stops18h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 983
Sat 11/107:00 a.m.SJC - YOW
2 stops20h 45mWestJet
Thu 16/105:55 a.m.YOW - SJC
3 stops20h 04mWestJet
Deal found 17/9C$ 1,018
Sun 2/117:15 a.m.SJC - YOW
3 stops32h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/116:55 p.m.YOW - SJC
2 stops27h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 1,034

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Ottawa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 15/10

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

1 stop25h 29m

Ottawa

Wed 22/10

6:00 a.m.-11:54 a.m.

1 stop8h 54m

C$ 433

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Sat 11/10

12:50 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

2 stops24h 29m

Ottawa

Thu 16/10

6:00 a.m.-9:24 p.m.

1 stop18h 24m

C$ 436

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 15/10

12:50 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

2 stops24h 29m

Ottawa

Wed 22/10

5:15 p.m.-11:54 a.m.

2 stops21h 39m

C$ 460

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 22/10

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

1 stop25h 29m

Ottawa

Wed 29/10

6:55 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

2 stops17h 35m

C$ 460

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Sat 18/10

7:30 a.m.-1:03 p.m.

2 stops26h 33m

Ottawa

Tue 2/12

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

1 stop9h 12m

C$ 472

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Thu 13/11

1:00 p.m.-6:21 p.m.

2 stops26h 21m

Ottawa

Mon 17/11

7:15 p.m.-12:12 p.m.

2 stops19h 57m

C$ 487

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Mon 6/10

2:45 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

2 stops22h 34m

Ottawa

Tue 2/12

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

1 stop9h 12m

C$ 503

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Sat 18/10

1:25 p.m.-12:21 a.m.

1 stop7h 56m

Ottawa

Mon 8/12

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

1 stop8h 55m

C$ 514

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 15/10

1:25 p.m.-12:21 a.m.

1 stop7h 56m

Ottawa

Wed 22/10

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

1 stop8h 23m

C$ 520

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Sat 11/10

3:22 p.m.-2:44 p.m.

3 stops20h 22m

Ottawa

Thu 16/10

5:55 a.m.-10:59 p.m.

3 stops20h 04m

C$ 933

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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 19 September 2025.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 19 September 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
7.9
Good
365 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
365 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
365 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
365 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.

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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 21h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 49m. The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa is about 3903 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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 2 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 196AverageC$ 525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 322AverageC$ 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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