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$368+ Cheap flights from Ottawa (YOW) to San Diego (SAN)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — SAN
Sep 22 — Sep 291
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The best prices from Ottawa to San Diego are usually found in August or November, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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 September 17, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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August

Average price

$634

Round-trip from

$382
(Mytrip)
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Cheap Ottawa to San Diego flights in September & October 2024

Find cheap flight options from Ottawa to San Diego specifically for the months of September and October 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,025,540 searches. Prices were last updated on September 17, 2024.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/276:55 pmYOW - SAN
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/12:58 pmSAN - YOW
2 stops21h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$368
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/231:25 pmYOW - SAN
1 stop12h 21mAir Canada
Tue 11/197:30 pmSAN - YOW
1 stop17h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$460
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/75:30 pmYOW - SAN
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/98:50 pmSAN - YOW
2 stops10h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$530
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/33:55 pmYOW - SAN
1 stop22h 50mWestJet
Sun 10/1312:35 pmSAN - YOW
1 stop9h 07mWestJet
Deal found 9/16$537

Ottawa to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Ottawa and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,025,540 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2024.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/238:55 amYOW - SAN
3 stops28h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/196:07 pmSAN - YOW
2 stops12h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 11/17:30 pmYOW - SAN
1 stop18h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/94:40 pmSAN - YOW
1 stop14h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$460
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/159:00 pmYOW - SAN
1 stop16h 15mAir Canada
Tue 10/221:40 pmSAN - YOW
1 stop13h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$483
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/13:55 pmYOW - SAN
1 stop22h 50mWestJet
Sat 11/912:35 pmSAN - YOW
1 stop9h 09mWestJet
Deal found 9/17$514
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/166:30 amYOW - SAN
1 stop9h 35mPorter Airlines
Mon 12/302:05 pmSAN - YOW
1 stop7h 37mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/15$574
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/195:55 amYOW - SAN
2 stops15h 12mDelta
Thu 1/26:15 amSAN - YOW
2 stops15h 29mDelta
Deal found 9/15$1,067

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 3,025,540 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2024.

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$382 - $1,067

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OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Wed 10/23

3 stops28h 33m

San Diego

Tue 11/19

2 stops12h 13m

$382

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Fri 11/1

1 stop18h 53m

San Diego

Sat 11/9

1 stop14h 51m

$460

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Tue 10/15

1 stop16h 15m

San Diego

Tue 10/22

1 stop13h 38m

$483

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Fri 11/1

1 stop22h 50m

San Diego

Sat 11/9

1 stop9h 09m

$514

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Sun 3/2

1 stop9h 35m

San Diego

Sun 3/9

1 stop7h 37m

$529

OttawaSan Diego

YOW - SAN

YOWSAN

Ottawa

Thu 12/19

2 stops15h 12m

San Diego

Thu 1/2

2 stops15h 29m

$1,067

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Deals found on 9/16

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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 San Diego in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*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-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Ottawa-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Ottawa-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Ottawa-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 September 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Ottawa to San Diego is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to San Diego (average of $180). Flying from Ottawa to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 September 17, 2024.

When flying from Ottawa to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 1% versus a flight at noon.

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 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 September 17, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,079 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,079 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,079 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

Porter Airlines
7.7
Good
316 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,079 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,535 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,079 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,799 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,079 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

Air Canada
6.9
Okay
7,675 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,079 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Ottawa to San Diego for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Ottawa to San Diego for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $382, but on average you can expect to pay $572.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to San Diego round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $460, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and WestJet. United Airlines is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does YOW to SAN mean?

    YOW and SAN are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. YOW to SAN refers to a flight route from Ottawa Airport to San Diego Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to San Diego that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Ottawa to San Diego flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Ottawa to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Ottawa to San Diego flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Ottawa to San Diego offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Ottawa to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Ottawa to San Diego flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Ottawa to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Ottawa to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 9/17.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to San Diego (average of $180). Flying from Ottawa to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to San Diego. 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 3,025,540 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$382Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$426Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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