Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Ottawa?

Flights from Sacramento to Ottawa usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to Ottawa?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Sacramento to Ottawa.

Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to Ottawa pass through?

One-stop flights from Sacramento to Ottawa most commonly connect through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 59% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 22% of one-stop connections • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 15% of one-stop connections • Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 4% of one-stop connections Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Ottawa?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 50% on the Sacramento to Ottawa route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $437 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $867, a difference of $430. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Ottawa?

Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are Downtown Ottawa, Parliament Hill and Garden of the Provinces and Territories. These are among the most viewed places in Ottawa on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Sacramento to Ottawa?

A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Ottawa takes 0h 00m, covering 2,367 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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.

Have flight prices from Sacramento 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 $630 to $1,410. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 58m, compared with 9h 14m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 10h 43m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

What is the time difference between Sacramento and Ottawa?

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

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

Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include: · Routes Car & Truck Rentals · Europcar · Alamo · Budget · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Ottawa flight?

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Ottawa range from $437 to $878, with an average of $548 over the past 12 months. Anything below $437 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Ottawa?

United Airlines ($630) and Air Canada ($695) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Ottawa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Sacramento to Ottawa?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Sacramento to Ottawa route. 59% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Sacramento to Ottawa?

Flights via Vancouver Intl (YVR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $404. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sacramento to Ottawa which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Sacramento to Ottawa layovers at 338 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Ottawa

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29

11:00 pm - 1:11 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

11h 11m1 stop Newark

6:15 am - 12:00 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$630United Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29

11:00 pm - 1:11 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

11h 11m1 stop Newark

2:00 pm - 9:52 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 52m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$630United Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5

6:00 am - 11:54 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

14h 54m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

3:10 pm - 9:35 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 25m1 stop Newark

$640United Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2

6:38 pm - 1:59 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

16h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 10:46 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$640United Airlines

Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Jan 5

7:48 pm - 2:09 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

15h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:45 am - 3:21 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 36m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$695Air Canada

Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Jan 5

7:48 pm - 2:09 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

15h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:45 am - 3:21 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

12h 36m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$698Air Canada

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

8:19 pm - 10:18 amSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

10h 59m2 stops San Francisco Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

9:55 am - 10:46 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

15h 51m2 stops Toronto Island Chicago O'Hare Intl

$703Air Canada

Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Jan 5

11:53 pm - 2:09 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

11h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:45 am - 3:21 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 36m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$721Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2

3:08 pm - 2:55 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

20h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

7:00 am - 11:34 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

19h 34m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl New York LaGuardia Dallas/Fort Worth

$976American Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2

4:20 pm - 2:55 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

19h 35m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

7:00 am - 11:34 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

19h 34m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl New York LaGuardia Dallas/Fort Worth

$982American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Sacramento to Ottawa

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

7:00 am - 5:16 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

7h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 8:45 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

17h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,066United Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

7:45 am - 9:35 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

10h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 10:48 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,071United Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

7:00 am - 5:16 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

7h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 8:45 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

17h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,148United Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

7:00 am - 5:16 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

7h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 8:45 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

17h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,148United Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

7:45 am - 9:35 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

10h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 10:48 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,153United Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

10:50 am - 11:54 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

10h 04m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

2:52 pm - 8:45 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 53m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,153United Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

6:30 am - 6:55 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

9h 25m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

2:52 pm - 10:00 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 08m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl

$1,163United Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

6:56 am - 12:20 amSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

14h 24m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Toronto Pearson Intl

6:55 am - 6:42 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

14h 47m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,179Delta

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

6:56 am - 12:20 amSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

14h 24m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Toronto Pearson Intl

6:55 am - 6:42 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

14h 47m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,286Delta

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

6:30 am - 6:55 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-YOW Ottawa

9h 25m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:25 am - 1:17 pmYOW Ottawa-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$1,327United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Ottawa flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Ottawa start at $630. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $437 to $878. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $630 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Ottawa?
Flights from Sacramento to Ottawa usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to Ottawa?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Sacramento to Ottawa.
Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to Ottawa pass through?
One-stop flights from Sacramento to Ottawa most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 59% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 4% of one-stop connections

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Ottawa?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 50% on the Sacramento to Ottawa route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $437 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $867, a difference of $430. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Ottawa?
Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are Downtown Ottawa, Parliament Hill and Garden of the Provinces and Territories. These are among the most viewed places in Ottawa on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Sacramento to Ottawa?
A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Ottawa takes 0h 00m, covering 2,367 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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.
Have flight prices from Sacramento 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 $630 to $1,410. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to Ottawa?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 58m, compared with 9h 14m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 10h 43m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).
What is the time difference between Sacramento and Ottawa?
Ottawa is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?
Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Routes Car & Truck Rentals
· Europcar
· Alamo
· Budget
· Enterprise Rent-A-Car
How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Ottawa flight?
Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Ottawa range from $437 to $878, with an average of $548 over the past 12 months. Anything below $437 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $437 - about $430 less than Thursday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Ottawa trip for April. Fares historically average $430 round-trip in that month - typically $535 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Airport
- Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport

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