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$172+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) to Ottawa (YOW)

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — YOW
Mar 21 — Mar 281
Sat 3/21
Sat 3/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Ottawa

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Tue 3/173:49 pm
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops19h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 3/185:11 pm
YOW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/15$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 3/23:55 pm
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops22h 12m
United Airlines
Thu 3/55:11 pm
YOW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/17$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/16:00 am
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops29h 10m
American Airlines
Wed 4/86:45 am
YOW
-
SJC
2 stops30h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/15$514
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 7/46:40 am
SJC
-
YOW
1 stop11h 56m
United Airlines
Thu 7/165:15 am
YOW
-
SJC
2 stops15h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/19$517
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 7/42:32 pm
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops20h 41m
Air Canada
Wed 7/156:00 am
YOW
-
SJC
2 stops10h 24m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/19$522
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 7/58:45 am
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops13h 00m
Air Canada
Wed 7/156:00 am
YOW
-
SJC
2 stops10h 24m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/19$526
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 7/96:37 pm
SJC
-
YOW
2 stops12h 26m
United Airlines
Wed 7/155:15 am
YOW
-
SJC
2 stops15h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/19$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 7/46:40 am
SJC
-
YOW
1 stop11h 56m
United Airlines
Wed 7/1510:46 am
YOW
-
SJC
1 stop14h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/19$531

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SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Tue 3/17

3:49 pm-2:27 pm

2 stops19h 38m

Ottawa

Wed 3/18

5:11 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$347

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Mon 3/2

3:55 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops22h 12m

Ottawa

Thu 3/5

5:11 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$494

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Wed 4/1

6:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Ottawa

Wed 4/8

6:45 am-10:10 am

2 stops30h 25m

$514

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Sat 7/4

6:40 am-9:36 pm

1 stop11h 56m

Ottawa

Wed 7/15

5:15 am-5:34 pm

2 stops15h 19m

$517

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Thu 7/9

6:37 pm-9:11 am

2 stops11h 34m

$172

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Sun 3/15

10:55 pm-5:18 pm

2 stops15h 23m

$237

San JoseOttawa

SJC - YOW

SJCYOW

San Jose

Thu 7/9

1:50 pm-5:35 pm

3 stops24h 45m

$267

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Ottawa

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Ottawa (average of $142). Flying from San Jose, California to Ottawa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Ottawa. 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 San Jose, California to Ottawa?

    Departing from San Jose, California to Ottawa will take you 19h 38m. San Jose, California and Ottawa are separated by a distance of 2425 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to Ottawa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Ottawa (average of $142). Flying from San Jose, California to Ottawa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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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