Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Ottawa?

Flights from San Jose to Ottawa usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Jose to Ottawa.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Ottawa pass through?

Connecting flights from San Jose to Ottawa most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 86% of one-stop connections • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 14% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 70% on the San Jose to Ottawa route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $402 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,303, a difference of $901. 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 San Jose to Ottawa?

A nonstop flight from San Jose to Ottawa takes 0h 00m, covering 2,425 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose 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 San Jose 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 $542 to $1,633. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Jose to Ottawa looking right now?

One-way fares from San Jose to Ottawa are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $338.

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

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 10m, compared with 8h 11m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

What is the time difference between San Jose and Ottawa?

Ottawa is 3 hours ahead of San Jose (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 San Jose to Ottawa flight?

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Ottawa range from $862 to $1,303, with an average of $973 over the past 12 months. Anything below $862 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose to Ottawa?

Lufthansa ($542) and Air Canada ($563) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Jose to Ottawa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the San Jose to Ottawa route. 86% 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 San Jose to Ottawa?

Flights via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $427. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for San Jose to Ottawa layovers at 284 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest • 59% price drop

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Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)

Cheapest • Avg $427 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 8h 10m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Ottawa

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

8:45 am - 11:54 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

12h 09m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:20 pm - 10:42 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$542Lufthansa

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

6:30 am - 5:16 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

7h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:25 am - 12:01 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$563Air Canada

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

8:45 am - 11:54 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

12h 09m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

12:00 pm - 10:42 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

13h 42m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$580Lufthansa

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

6:30 am - 5:16 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

7h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:25 am - 12:01 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$630United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

8:45 am - 6:55 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

31h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:25 am - 12:01 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$640United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

8:45 am - 1:35 amSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

13h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

5:10 am - 1:11 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

11h 01m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Denver Intl

$651Air Canada

Mon, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 25

4:00 pm - 3:12 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

20h 12m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4:36 pm - 10:36 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

9h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$675United Airlines

Mon, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 25

4:00 pm - 3:12 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

20h 12m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4:36 pm - 10:36 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

9h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$686United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 25

8:45 am - 1:35 amSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

13h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

5:20 pm - 1:11 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

22h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$695Air Canada

Sat, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 25

6:30 am - 5:16 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

7h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 10:42 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$696United Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from San Jose to Ottawa

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9

6:20 am - 5:16 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

7h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:25 am - 11:46 amYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$946United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

6:20 am - 9:35 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

12h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 10:50 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$946United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

6:37 pm - 9:56 amSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

12h 19m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:20 pm - 10:50 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$951United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9

8:45 am - 10:35 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

10h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Newark

5:20 pm - 10:50 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$956United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9

8:45 am - 11:54 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

12h 09m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:25 am - 1:08 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

9h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$961United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

6:37 pm - 2:11 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

16h 34m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:25 am - 1:08 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

9h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$961United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 8

6:20 am - 9:35 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

12h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 10:50 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,060United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

6:20 am - 9:35 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

12h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:20 pm - 10:50 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

8h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,060United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

8:45 am - 12:45 amSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

13h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

12:00 pm - 8:57 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

11h 57m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Denver Intl

$1,070Air Canada

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 8

9:34 am - 7:20 pmSJC San Jose-YOW Ottawa

30h 46m2 stops Los Angeles Calgary

8:15 pm - 2:01 pmYOW Ottawa-SJC San Jose

20h 46m2 stops Calgary Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,280WestJet

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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Ottawa flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Ottawa start at $542. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $862 to $1,303. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $542 on Lufthansa.

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High season	July
Cheapest flight	$245

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Ottawa?
Flights from San Jose to Ottawa usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Ottawa?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Jose to Ottawa.
Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Ottawa pass through?
Connecting flights from San Jose to Ottawa most commonly pass through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 86% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 14% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Ottawa?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 70% on the San Jose to Ottawa route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $402 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,303, a difference of $901. 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 San Jose to Ottawa?
A nonstop flight from San Jose to Ottawa takes 0h 00m, covering 2,425 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose 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 San Jose 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 $542 to $1,633. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Jose to Ottawa looking right now?
One-way fares from San Jose to Ottawa are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $338.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to Ottawa?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 10m, compared with 8h 11m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).
What is the time difference between San Jose and Ottawa?
Ottawa is 3 hours ahead of San Jose (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 San Jose to Ottawa flight?
Round-trip flights from San Jose to Ottawa range from $862 to $1,303, with an average of $973 over the past 12 months. Anything below $862 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $402 - about $901 less than Friday (69% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Ottawa trip for March. Fares historically average $402 round-trip in that month - typically $901 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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