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Cheapest round-trip
$387
Typical prices: $480-$714
WestJet
Wed 1/10Tue 1/16
LAX - YOW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$179
Typical prices: $208-$384
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/6
LAX - YOW • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Ottawa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 25% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Calgary (YYC)
Cheapest • Avg $470 (round-trip)
Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)
Shortest trip • 8h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa (LAX-YOW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Ottawa

Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 16
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12:10 pm - 11:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
8h 30m1 stop Calgary
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5:30 am - 4:10 pmYOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
13h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Calgary
$387WestJet
Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 16
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12:10 pm - 11:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
8h 30m1 stop Calgary
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7:00 am - 12:43 pmYOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 43m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$401Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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10:55 pm - 11:20 amLAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
9h 25m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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2:55 pm - 9:39 pmYOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
9h 44m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$405Air Canada
Tue, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 14
WestJet Logo
12:10 pm - 11:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
8h 30m1 stop Calgary
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6:10 am - 6:45 pmYOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
15h 35m2 stops Calgary Edmonton
$412WestJet
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
Air Canada Logo
10:55 pm - 9:15 amLAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
7h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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5:45 am - 11:24 amYOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 39m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$419Air Canada
Sat, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 7
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1:35 pm - 12:37 amLAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
8h 02m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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5:40 pm - 3:25 pmYOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
24h 45m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$419Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:35 pm - 12:37 amLAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
8h 02m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:00 am - 12:31 pmYOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 31m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$427Porter Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:35 pm - 12:41 amLAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
8h 06m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:00 am - 12:31 pmYOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 31m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$427Porter Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:56 pmLAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
13h 11m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
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3:10 pm - 10:55 pmYOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
10h 45m1 stop Newark
$476United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:30 pm - 1:11 pmLAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
12h 41m2 stops San Francisco Newark
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4:36 pm - 10:59 pmYOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
9h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$592United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Ottawa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa typically range from $480 to $714. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $387, on WestJet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Ottawa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Ottawa. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Ottawa?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Ottawa at $428 round-trip.
•June ($769) and December ($738) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 79% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Ottawa flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$179
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 98% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Ottawa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Ottawa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa takes 00m, covering 2,373 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Ottawa?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Ottawa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa range from $480 to $714, with an average of $568 over the past 12 months. Anything below $480 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Ottawa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the $568 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Ottawa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $387 to $2,245. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Ottawa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Ottawa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $219, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?

    Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $43 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Ottawa?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $520 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $615, a difference of $95.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Ottawa?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 12m, compared with 8h 19m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 8h 22m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Ottawa?

    Ottawa is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Ottawa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are Garden of the Provinces and Territories, Nepean Sportsplex and Major's Hill Park. These are among the most viewed places in Ottawa on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Ottawa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $520, about $95 less than Friday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Ottawa trip for February. Fares historically average $428 round-trip in that month - typically $341 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ottawa Airport.

    • Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
    • Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport
    • Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau

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