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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa from C$ 201

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YOW
11 Mar — 18 Mar1
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 9 February 2026.

Wed 22/76:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop10h 25m
WestJet
Wed 29/76:00 a.m.
YOW
-
SFO
1 stop9h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 9/2C$ 411
Wed 26/86:05 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 35m
WestJet
Mon 31/86:15 p.m.
YOW
-
SFO
2 stops20h 45m
WestJet
Deal found 9/2C$ 449
Fri 8/56:00 a.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 20m
WestJet
Sun 10/512:25 p.m.
YOW
-
SFO
2 stops12h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 8/2C$ 467
Tue 17/33:49 p.m.
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops19h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 18/35:11 p.m.
YOW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 472
Tue 10/310:55 p.m.
SJC
-
YOW
1 stop15h 17m
United Airlines
Tue 17/311:10 a.m.
YOW
-
SJC
1 stop14h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 9/2C$ 498
Fri 24/41:00 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/46:45 a.m.
YOW
-
SFO
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 536
Fri 24/41:00 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop8h 40m
WestJet
Sat 25/45:40 a.m.
YOW
-
SFO
2 stops43h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 8/2C$ 565
Tue 10/31:00 p.m.
SFO
-
YOW
1 stop24h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/36:45 a.m.
YOW
-
SFO
1 stop8h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 569
Fri 10/77:15 a.m.
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops14h 05m
Delta
Sun 12/75:55 a.m.
YOW
-
SJC
2 stops17h 58m
Delta
Deal found 9/2C$ 742
Fri 8/56:19 p.m.
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops11h 52m
United Airlines
Mon 11/55:20 p.m.
YOW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 881
Fri 8/52:09 p.m.
OAK
-
YOW
2 stops12h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/51:20 p.m.
YOW
-
OAK
2 stops12h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 1,112
Mon 9/35:31 p.m.
OAK
-
YOW
2 stops18h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/310:00 a.m.
YOW
-
OAK
2 stops15h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2C$ 1,160

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 9 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 411

One-way from

C$ 201

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 459
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 22/7-29/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 25m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 20m total
  • San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (C$ 182 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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San Francisco Bay Area

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Ottawa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 22/7

6:00 a.m.-7:25 p.m.

1 stop10h 25m

Ottawa

Wed 29/7

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

1 stop9h 00m

C$ 411

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Tue 17/3

3:49 p.m.-2:27 p.m.

2 stops19h 38m

Ottawa

Wed 18/3

5:11 p.m.-10:59 p.m.

1 stop8h 48m

C$ 472

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Tue 10/3

10:55 p.m.-5:12 p.m.

1 stop15h 17m

Ottawa

Tue 17/3

11:10 a.m.-10:59 p.m.

1 stop14h 49m

C$ 498

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Fri 8/5

6:00 a.m.-5:20 p.m.

1 stop8h 20m

Ottawa

Sun 10/5

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

1 stop11h 35m

C$ 509

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

1:45 p.m.-12:38 a.m.

1 stop7h 53m

Ottawa

Mon 9/3

6:45 a.m.-12:42 p.m.

1 stop8h 57m

C$ 570

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Tue 10/3

6:00 a.m.-12:02 a.m.

2 stops39h 02m

Ottawa

Tue 17/3

6:45 a.m.-12:42 p.m.

1 stop8h 57m

C$ 589

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

1:45 p.m.-12:41 a.m.

1 stop7h 56m

Ottawa

Fri 10/4

6:00 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop9h 10m

C$ 613

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Wed 15/7

12:50 p.m.-5:28 a.m.

2 stops13h 38m

Ottawa

Wed 22/7

6:15 a.m.-5:14 p.m.

2 stops13h 59m

C$ 613

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Thu 6/8

12:50 p.m.-5:28 a.m.

2 stops13h 38m

Ottawa

Sat 15/8

6:15 a.m.-5:14 p.m.

2 stops13h 59m

C$ 632

San FranciscoOttawa

SFO - YOW

SFOYOW

San Francisco

Sat 11/4

10:15 a.m.-2:01 p.m.

2 stops48h 46m

Ottawa

Sat 18/4

5:40 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

1 stop10h 05m

C$ 644

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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$ 193). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 445). 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 9 February 2026.
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
414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Milad,Feb 2026

LIR - YYZ

Not helpful staff at Liberia airport at the check-in counter. Extremely poor skill people and not willing to help the passenger.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
414 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Milad,Feb 2026

LIR - YYZ

Not helpful staff at Liberia airport at the check-in counter. Extremely poor skill people and not willing to help the passenger.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,700 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Milad,Feb 2026

LIR - YYZ

Not helpful staff at Liberia airport at the check-in counter. Extremely poor skill people and not willing to help the passenger.

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, United Airlines, and Porter Airlines can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in just under 7h 53m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 45m. 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 Porter Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 139. WestJet flights start at C$ 170 while deals on Air Canada start at C$ 193 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$ 193). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Ottawa in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 445). 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$ 193AverageC$ 519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 397AverageC$ 737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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