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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 623
Typical prices: C$ 699-C$ 1,126
United Airlines
Tue 4/12Thu 13/12
YOW - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 344
Typical prices: C$ 373-C$ 493
United Airlines
Sun 16/12
YOW - SNA • 2 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 564 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Santa Ana (YOW-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Santa Ana

Tue, 12 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan
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2:00 p.m. - 8:23 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 23m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:49 a.m. - 9:56 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YOW Ottawa
12h 07m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
C$ 605United Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan
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9:45 a.m. - 5:09 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 24m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl
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6:49 a.m. - 9:23 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YOW Ottawa
11h 34m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 605United Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan
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4:36 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 a.m. - 9:23 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YOW Ottawa
11h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 605United Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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4:36 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:10 a.m. - 7:27 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YOW Ottawa
8h 17m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
C$ 623United Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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4:36 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:00 p.m. - 11:37 a.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YOW Ottawa
11h 37m2 stops Newark Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 675Air Canada
Tue, 9 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
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6:00 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
15h 05m2 stops Newark San Francisco
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12:55 p.m. - 12:54 a.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YOW Ottawa
8h 59m1 stop Vancouver Intl
C$ 679Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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12:10 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Denver Intl
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9:00 p.m. - 11:37 a.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YOW Ottawa
11h 37m2 stops Newark Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 686Air Canada
Tue, 12 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan
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6:15 a.m. - 7:03 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
15h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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10:29 a.m. - 9:23 p.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YOW Ottawa
7h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 698Air Canada
Tue, 9 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
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6:15 a.m. - 5:40 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
14h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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12:55 p.m. - 12:54 a.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YOW Ottawa
8h 59m1 stop Vancouver Intl
C$ 698Multiple Airlines
Tue, 9 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
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4:36 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:55 p.m. - 12:54 a.m.SNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-YOW Ottawa
8h 59m1 stop Vancouver Intl
C$ 762Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Santa Ana flights

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

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Santa Ana typically range from C$ 699 to C$ 1,126. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 623, on United Airlines.

Key details for Ottawa to Santa Ana flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 344
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 8% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Ottawa to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Ottawa to Santa Ana

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Santa Ana.

  • How long does a flight from Ottawa to Santa Ana take?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Ottawa to Santa Ana. Flights with 1 layover take between 8h 14m and 9h 36m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Santa Ana?

    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 Ottawa to Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Santa Ana range from C$ 699 to C$ 1,126, with an average of C$ 781 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 699 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Santa Ana 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$ 605 to C$ 1,773. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ottawa to Santa Ana looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 355, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA)?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Santa Ana?

    Flights from Ottawa to Santa Ana usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Santa Ana pass through?

    Connecting flights from Ottawa to Santa Ana most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 96% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Santa Ana?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Ottawa to Santa Ana. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 669 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at C$ 1,272, a difference of C$ 603.

    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 Ottawa to Santa Ana?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 14m, compared with 9h 36m via Calgary (YYC).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Santa Ana?

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

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Santa Ana 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 669, about C$ 603 less than Wednesday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Santa Ana trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 670 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 602 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 Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.

    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
    • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

More options for your flight from Ottawa to Santa Ana

Complete your trip to Santa Ana with a hotel stay or car rental