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Flight deals from Ottawa to Los Angeles

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Los Angeles.C$229 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 19, returning Sat, Jul 26.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Ottawa International on Sat, Jul 19, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, Jul 26, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$229, select.
Los Angeles.C$230 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 25, returning Mon, Aug 4.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Ottawa International on Fri, Jul 25, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Aug 4, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$230, select.
Los Angeles.C$231 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 7, returning Sun, Aug 10.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Ottawa International on Thu, Aug 7, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Aug 10, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$231, select.
Los Angeles.C$232 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 15, returning Thu, Oct 23.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Ottawa International on Wed, Oct 15, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Oct 23, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$232, select.
Los Angeles.C$237 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 25, returning Wed, Oct 1.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Ottawa International on Thu, Sep 25, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Oct 1, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$237, select.
Los Angeles.C$237 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 23, returning Mon, Sep 29.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Ottawa International on Tue, Sep 23, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Sep 29, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$237, select.
Los Angeles.C$241 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 15, returning Wed, Nov 5.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Ottawa International on Wed, Oct 15, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Nov 5, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$241, select.
Los Angeles.C$251 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 23, returning Thu, May 29.Round-trip flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Ottawa International on Fri, May 23, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, May 29, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$251, select.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Los Angeles?

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in July.
Apr
from C$547
May
from C$251
Jun
from C$254
Jul
from C$229
Aug
from C$231
Sep
from C$237
Oct
from C$232
Nov
from C$277
Dec
from C$669
Jan
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Alternative Ottawa to Los Angeles routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Ottawa to Los Angeles? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Ottawa to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$229
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles is C$229. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ottawa to Los Angeles. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$229.
There are no flights flying from Ottawa to Los Angeles, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Los Angeles is usually July.
If you're flying from Ottawa, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the center of Los Angeles. We've found flights to this airport from C$229.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Los Angeles on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa and Los Angeles. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles is WestJet.

Flying from Ottawa to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles jetting off from here.

  • When planning your arrival in Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the major entry points.

  • To ensure you don't miss your Ottawa to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Ottawa to Los Angeles flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Ottawa to Los Angeles throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Save money on your Ottawa to Los Angeles flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Ottawa

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • YOW is about 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:

  • Of all flights leaving Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% touch down on time at their destination.

  • You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.

Arriving in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • The centre of Los Angeles is around 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). As soon as your flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 35 minutes.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles, rest your head at a hotel near VNY. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Van Nuys Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.

  • Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from VNY a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and go.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles. To avoid the crowds, head to Los Angeles in May.

  • Book an Ottawa to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Ottawa to Los Angeles in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.

More about Los Angeles

  • After booking your flight from Ottawa to Los Angeles, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are essential stops on your Los Angeles itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Ottawa to Los Angeles

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