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$102+ Cheap flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — LAX
Dec 31 — Jan 71
Wed 12/31
Wed 1/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Los Angeles are usually found in May or August, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 December 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$330
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$102
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$486
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 1, 2025.

This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/75:00 amYOW - LAX
1 stop8h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/139:35 pmLAX - YOW
2 stops9h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$338
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/710:20 amYOW - LAX
1 stop12h 07mAir Canada
Sat 12/136:10 pmLAX - YOW
1 stop9h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 11/29$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/84:15 pmYOW - LAX
2 stops31h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/131:40 pmLAX - YOW
1 stop8h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/84:15 pmYOW - LAX
2 stops31h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/128:40 pmLAX - YOW
1 stop15h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$365
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Wed 12/313:55 pmYOW - LAX
2 stops19h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/711:43 pmLAX - YOW
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/711:10 amYOW - LAX
2 stops14h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/139:35 pmLAX - YOW
2 stops9h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/29$388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:27 pmYOW - LAX
1 stop18h 11mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/98:40 amLAX - YOW
1 stop12h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/29$392
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/109:30 amYOW - LAX
2 stops15h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/128:40 pmLAX - YOW
1 stop15h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$398
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/105:45 pmYOW - LAX
2 stops27h 47mWestJet
Fri 12/128:40 pmLAX - YOW
2 stops25h 02mWestJet
Deal found 11/29$412

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles 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 December 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Mon 3/2

5:40 am-11:00 am

2 stops32h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/16

7:00 am-12:39 am

2 stops14h 39m

$331

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Thu 1/15

5:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop8h 32m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

12:30 am-5:12 pm

1 stop13h 42m

$343

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Fri 2/13

5:40 am-11:00 am

2 stops32h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/15

7:00 am-6:23 pm

2 stops32h 23m

$344

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Fri 2/27

7:15 pm-10:03 pm

2 stops29h 48m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/15

12:15 pm-12:40 am

1 stop9h 25m

$348

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Thu 1/22

7:27 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 32m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

12:40 am-6:52 pm

2 stops15h 12m

$353

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Wed 2/11

9:45 am-9:18 pm

2 stops14h 33m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/21

12:25 am-10:26 am

1 stop7h 01m

$354

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Fri 1/9

5:11 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

12:30 am-9:18 pm

1 stop17h 48m

$354

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Fri 2/13

11:10 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 49m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/15

10:55 pm-10:26 am

1 stop8h 31m

$354

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Thu 1/29

12:00 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop10h 27m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/30

12:30 am-5:12 pm

1 stop13h 42m

$355

OttawaLos Angeles

YOW - LAX

YOWLAX

Ottawa

Wed 3/18

2:05 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops11h 19m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

11:59 pm-3:23 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$367

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Compare providers for flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Ottawa to Los Angeles in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Ottawa-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Ottawa-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Ottawa-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Ottawa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 77 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 Los Angeles?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles (average of $134). Flying from Ottawa to Los Angeles in November is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Ottawa to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated December 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Porter Airlines, United Airlines, and WestJet from Ottawa to Los Angeles. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
394 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,185 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,490 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles?

    WestJet, Air Canada, and United Airlines can get you from Ottawa to Los Angeles in just under 8h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 48m. The distance between Ottawa and Los Angeles is about 2373 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $171, United Airlines will fly you from Ottawa to Los Angeles and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from WestJet and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $176 and $204, respectively. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles (average of $134). Flying from Ottawa to Los Angeles in November is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles. 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 December 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
WestJetCheapest$176Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$204Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$232Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%

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