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Cheap flights from Ottawa to San Diego from C$ 214

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — SAN
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Ottawa to San Diego are usually found in November or February, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to San Diego (SAN). 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 10 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 339

One-way from

C$ 214

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 655
19/2-25/2
  • 19/2-25/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 15m total
  • Ottawa to San Diego
19/3
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 07m total
  • Ottawa to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (C$ 82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from Ottawa to San Diego

Cheapest flights from Ottawa to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 February 2025.

Wed 19/26:10 p.m.YOW - SAN
1 stop22h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/28:18 p.m.SAN - YOW
1 stop17h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 339
Wed 9/46:20 a.m.YOW - SAN
1 stop9h 45mPorter Airlines
Wed 16/42:05 p.m.SAN - YOW
1 stop7h 32mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/2C$ 397
Sat 22/26:00 a.m.YOW - SAN
1 stop9h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 28/26:50 p.m.SAN - YOW
2 stops16h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 423
Thu 20/211:25 a.m.YOW - SAN
1 stop14h 05mAir Canada
Thu 27/210:25 p.m.SAN - YOW
1 stop15h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 8/2C$ 483
Tue 18/25:55 a.m.YOW - SAN
2 stops15h 07mDelta
Wed 26/25:45 p.m.SAN - YOW
2 stops28h 01mDelta
Deal found 8/2C$ 783

Find flights from Ottawa to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to San Diego 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 10 February 2025.

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OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Fri 21/2

2:50 p.m.-1:55 p.m.

2 stops26h 05m

San Diego

Tue 25/2

8:18 p.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop17h 27m

C$ 366

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Wed 9/4

6:20 a.m.-1:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 45m

San Diego

Wed 16/4

2:05 p.m.-12:37 a.m.

1 stop7h 32m

C$ 397

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Tue 18/3

6:00 a.m.-12:03 p.m.

1 stop9h 03m

San Diego

Wed 26/3

10:25 p.m.-10:28 a.m.

1 stop9h 03m

C$ 410

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Thu 20/2

11:25 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

1 stop14h 05m

San Diego

Thu 27/2

10:25 p.m.-5:06 p.m.

1 stop15h 41m

C$ 483

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Thu 20/2

5:55 a.m.-9:05 p.m.

2 stops18h 10m

San Diego

Wed 26/2

5:45 p.m.-12:46 a.m.

2 stops28h 01m

C$ 875

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Wed 19/3

6:10 p.m.-7:17 p.m.

1 stop28h 07m

C$ 214

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Mon 10/3

6:20 a.m.-1:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 45m

C$ 226

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Mon 19/5

2:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

1 stop8h 15m

C$ 244

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Sat 15/3

10:30 a.m.-12:15 a.m.

2 stops16h 45m

C$ 250

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Mon 19/5

5:15 p.m.-1:20 p.m.

3 stops23h 05m

C$ 387

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/2

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Ottawa to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 7 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to San Diego, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to San Diego?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to San Diego (average of C$ 301). Flying from Ottawa to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 516). 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 YOW to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Ottawa to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to San Diego flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated 10 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Porter Airlines and United Airlines from Ottawa to San Diego. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 397, Porter Airlines will fly you from Ottawa to San Diego and back. In addition to Porter Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 423 and C$ 483, respectively. Porter Airlines is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 226 on Porter Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from C$ 250 and Air Canada from C$ 455 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to San Diego (average of C$ 301). Flying from Ottawa to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 516). 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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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 346AverageC$ 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 432AverageC$ 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 442AverageC$ 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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