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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 599
Typical prices: C$ 672-C$ 1,019
WestJet, Porter Airlines
Fri 9/11Sat 17/11
LAX - YOW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 275
Typical prices: C$ 289-C$ 515
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/12
LAX - YOW • 2 stops
Direct flights
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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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 669 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa (LAX-YOW)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Ottawa

Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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12:10 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
8h 30m1 stop Calgary
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7:00 a.m. - 12:32 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 32m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 599Multiple Airlines
14 hours ago
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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1:35 p.m. - 12:37 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
8h 02m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:00 a.m. - 12:31 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 31m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 603Porter Airlines
4 hours ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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1:35 p.m. - 12:37 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
8h 02m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:00 a.m. - 12:32 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 32m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 603Porter Airlines
5 hours ago
Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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7:15 a.m. - 11:11 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
12h 56m2 stops Vancouver Intl Calgary
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7:00 a.m. - 12:32 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 32m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 622Multiple Airlines
14 hours ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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9:35 p.m. - 12:37 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
24h 02m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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5:45 p.m. - 11:20 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
20h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
C$ 630Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 4 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec
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12:10 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
8h 30m1 stop Calgary
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5:30 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
13h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Calgary
C$ 632WestJet
3+ days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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5:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
18h 30m1 stop Calgary
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7:00 a.m. - 12:32 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 32m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 636Multiple Airlines
15 hours ago
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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9:00 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
23h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Calgary
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7:00 a.m. - 12:31 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 31m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 637Multiple Airlines
4 hours ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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10:55 p.m. - 9:15 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
7h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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9:10 a.m. - 2:34 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
8h 24m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 707Air Canada
1 day ago
Thu, 29 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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10:55 p.m. - 9:15 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-YOW Ottawa
7h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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9:00 a.m. - 9:39 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-LAX Los Angeles
15h 39m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 741Air Canada
2 days ago
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.

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 Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Ottawa?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Ottawa at C$ 609 round-trip.
•June (C$ 1,003) and December (C$ 963) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% 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 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Los Angeles to Ottawa flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 275
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 99% increase in traveller numbers.
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.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long does a flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa take?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa takes 00m, covering 6,146 km.

  • 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 C$ 672 to C$ 1,019, with an average of C$ 812 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 672 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 61% above the C$ 812 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 C$ 599 to C$ 2,571. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 C$ 298, which is 14% 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 starting from around C$ 18 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) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 13% 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 28% on flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 740 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 1,027, a difference of C$ 287.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 when travelling from Los Angeles to Ottawa?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 14m, compared with 8h 18m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 8h 20m 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.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Ottawa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are National Arts Centre, Shaw Centre, and Canal Rideau Memorial. 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 740, about C$ 287 less than Sunday fares (28% 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 56% 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 C$ 609 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 394 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

More options for your flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa

Complete your trip to Ottawa with a hotel stay or car rental