Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
Traveling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the popular stopovers between LAX and YOW:
Pearson International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Canada, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LAX to YOW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
$110 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. A return flight starts at $269. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from LAX to YOW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport throughout the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LAX to YOW. There's no need to check every day to see whether airfares have fallen. We'll update you when there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport is around 20 miles from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 54 minutes.
After a handy hotel near LAX? If you're on an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is approximately 8 miles from the center of Ottawa. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 19 minutes.
It'll take around 43 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Ottawa. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport for July if you want to go to Ottawa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 55ºF and 81ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from LAX to YOW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºF and 28ºF on average.
More about Ottawa
As soon as you've locked in your flights from LAX to YOW, you'll need to find a hotel in Ottawa. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
Complete your Ottawa trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Ottawa escape.