SAN - YOW

$154 Find Cheap Flights from San Diego to Ottawa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Diego to Ottawa departing on 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Diego to Ottawa, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Diego to Ottawa, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$336
Typical prices: $333-$375
WestJet
Tue 5/5Sun 5/31
SAN - YOW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$154
Typical prices: $154-$435
Air Canada
Sat 4/18
SAN - YOW • 1 stop
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WestJet
Cheapest • from $336 (round-trip)
United Airlines
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Ottawa. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Top layover airports
Montreal (YUL)
Cheapest • Avg $482 (round-trip)
Toronto (YYZ)
Shortest trip • 7h 40m (one-way)
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Ottawa (SAN-YOW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to Ottawa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Ottawa

Tue, May 5 - Sun, May 31
WestJet Logo
3:30 pm - 5:35 am
SAN
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YOW
11h 05m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
7:20 am - 2:10 pm
YOW
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SAN
9h 50m
1 stop
$336WestJet
Tue, May 5 - Sun, May 31
WestJet Logo
3:30 pm - 12:30 pm
SAN
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YOW
18h 00m
2 stops
WestJet Logo
7:20 am - 2:10 pm
YOW
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SAN
9h 50m
1 stop
$371WestJet
Thu, Jun 18 - Tue, Jun 23
WestJet Logo
3:30 pm - 5:35 am
SAN
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YOW
11h 05m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
7:20 am - 2:10 pm
YOW
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SAN
9h 50m
1 stop
$372WestJet
Thu, Jul 16 - Sat, Jul 25
WestJet Logo
3:30 pm - 5:35 am
SAN
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YOW
11h 05m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
6:00 am - 2:10 pm
YOW
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SAN
11h 10m
1 stop
$381WestJet
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:43 pm - 9:30 pm
SAN
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YOW
23h 47m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 2:10 pm
YOW
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SAN
9h 50m
1 stop
$393Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23
United Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 1:59 pm
SAN
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YOW
12h 29m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:25 pm - 10:59 pm
YOW
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SAN
8h 34m
1 stop
$398United Airlines
Thu, Jun 18 - Tue, Jun 23
WestJet Logo
3:30 pm - 5:35 am
SAN
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YOW
11h 05m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
7:20 am - 2:10 pm
YOW
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SAN
9h 50m
1 stop
$399WestJet
Thu, Jul 2 - Mon, Jul 13
WestJet Logo
3:30 pm - 5:35 am
SAN
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YOW
11h 05m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
8:15 pm - 2:10 pm
YOW
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SAN
20h 55m
1 stop
$401WestJet
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:02 pm - 5:25 pm
SAN
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YOW
41h 23m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 2:10 pm
YOW
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SAN
9h 50m
1 stop
$404Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Sun, May 31
WestJet Logo
3:30 pm - 12:30 pm
SAN
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YOW
18h 00m
2 stops
WestJet Logo
6:25 pm - 2:10 pm
YOW
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SAN
22h 45m
2 stops
$407WestJet
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Ottawa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to Ottawa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to Ottawa departing in May.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Ottawa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Ottawa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Ottawa is May, where tickets cost $372 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $747 and $696 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$154
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 38% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Ottawa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Ottawa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to Ottawa

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Ottawa was $154 for a one-way ticket and $336 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and Ottawa?

    Yes

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Ottawa?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Ottawa?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Diego and Ottawa.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Ottawa, United Airlines or Air Canada?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Ottawa are United Airlines and Air Canada. With an average price for the route of $557 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. Air Canada is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $443 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Ottawa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Ottawa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Ottawa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Ottawa from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Ottawa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Ottawa with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and YOW can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Ottawa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Ottawa from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from San Diego to Ottawa

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to Ottawa. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Diego to Ottawa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9405 reviews
6.6Food
8.1Crew
7.1Entertainment
7.7Boarding
7.3Comfort
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Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Mar 2026
SFO - DEN
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Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

We had turbulence ever 1/2 hr or so and the captains announcements were SOOOO LOUD

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Entertainment kept turning itself off. Gave up on watching a movie.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

I travelled in Business class for the first time and wish I could do that again.

The flight left late and I didn’t get a glass of bubbly upon boarding (which I’m used to when booking business class on other flights), but otherwise it was a pleasant flight with lovely, helpful crew members and I enjoyed my meal.

Flight was canceled for a reason they knew hours before but did not mention. Next the gate chnage from 37 to 38 at least 10 times. Ridiculous.

All attendents were very efficient, pleasant and happy. Everything went smoothly. The seats could have been wider. There could have been more free food instead of just one small bar.

I liked a lot , the flight attendant so nice ,the seat very comfortable I enjoyed the flight , I will do it again with Air Canada,

The crew was really nice. The plane seats were kinda small even for a 5’6” / 158 lbs person.

Real smooth and easy, Real good leg room in coach!

Re luggage I carried a backpack only. I did not check any bags in. However there were other passengers with carry on luggage going in the plane. My question is why are others allowed to have a carry on luggage inside the plane? Shouldn’t they have dropped it off at the gate? I’m asking because I could have brought the same thing instead of a backpack only. Please clarify for future reference. Thank you.

Like the service. Very hard to communicate or contact when have problems

Bad experience boarding and flight got delayed didn’t make it to my next flight

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