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$121+ Cheap flights from Ottawa (YOW) to California

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YOW — LAX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
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Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ottawa to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$206
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$121
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$334
From Ottawa to California
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/512:20 pmYOW - LAX
2 stops11h 01mWestJet
Fri 9/197:00 amLAX - YOW
1 stop8h 20mWestJet
Deal found 7/27$206
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/112:40 pmYOW - LAX
1 stop9h 55mAir Canada
Tue 10/2110:30 pmLAX - YOW
1 stop8h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$213
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/137:00 amYOW - LAX
1 stop9h 00mPorter Airlines
Sat 9/202:00 pmLAX - YOW
1 stop7h 21mPorter Airlines
Deal found 7/27$220
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2012:20 pmYOW - LAX
2 stops12h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/232:00 pmLAX - YOW
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$232
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/306:33 amYOW - LAX
1 stop9h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/26:00 amLAX - YOW
1 stop12h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$246
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/113:45 pmYOW - LAS
1 stop8h 44mWestJet
Thu 9/186:20 pmLAS - YOW
1 stop9h 25mWestJet
Deal found 7/27$253
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/116:00 amYOW - SFO
1 stop8h 54mWestJet
Mon 10/2012:50 pmSFO - YOW
2 stops24h 29mWestJet
Deal found 7/27$292
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1912:20 pmYOW - SFO
2 stops12h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/2510:15 amSFO - YOW
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$293
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/17:00 amYOW - SFO
1 stop8h 23mPorter Airlines
Sun 10/51:25 pmSFO - YOW
1 stop7h 56mPorter Airlines
Deal found 7/29$294
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/262:25 pmYOW - SFO
1 stop8h 32mAir Canada
Tue 9/27:10 amSFO - YOW
1 stop10h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$297
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/305:50 pmYOW - LAS
1 stop18h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/110:45 pmLAS - YOW
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/295:55 amYOW - LAS
1 stop8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/67:30 pmLAS - YOW
1 stop16h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$302

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Fri 9/5

12:20 pm-8:21 pm

2 stops11h 01m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/19

7:00 am-6:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$206

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Sat 10/11

2:40 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

10:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop8h 55m

$213

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/20

2:00 pm-12:21 am

1 stop7h 21m

$220

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Wed 8/20

12:20 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops12h 27m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/23

2:00 pm-12:21 am

1 stop7h 21m

$232

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Sat 8/30

6:33 am-1:26 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-9:35 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$246

OttawaLas Vegas

YOW - LAS

YOWLAS

Ottawa

Thu 9/11

3:45 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/18

6:20 pm-6:45 am

1 stop9h 25m

$253

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Sat 10/11

6:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop8h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

12:50 pm-4:19 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$292

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Fri 9/19

12:20 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops12h 04m

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

10:15 am-6:45 am

2 stops17h 30m

$293

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Wed 10/1

7:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

1:25 pm-12:21 am

1 stop7h 56m

$294

OttawaSan Francisco

YOW - SFO

YOWSFO

Ottawa

Tue 8/26

2:25 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop8h 32m

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

7:10 am-8:53 pm

1 stop10h 43m

$297

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to California

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to California (average of $246). Flying from Ottawa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $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 YOW to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Ottawa to California as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to California, such as Porter Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,973 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,822 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to California?

    Ottawa (YOW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Ottawa to California. It is only a 6.6 mi journey to Ottawa (YOW) from Ottawa’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $121. Porter Airlines flights start at $135 while deals on Air Canada start at $140 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Ottawa to California?

    Most travelers choose Ottawa - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Ottawa - Los Angeles or Ottawa - Ontario when deciding on the best route from Ottawa to California.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to California 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 California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to California (average of $246). Flying from Ottawa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $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 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
WestJetCheapest$180Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$186Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$237Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%

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