Travelling from Los Angeles to Ottawa: what you need to know
Los Angeles is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Come in for landing at Ottawa's primary gateway, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Ottawa is three hours ahead of Los Angeles and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Los Angeles to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Ottawa
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Los Angeles to Ottawa flights if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a breeze to find a Los Angeles to Ottawa flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YND instead:
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Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks before your departure date to secure the best deal. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's smart to book your Los Angeles to Ottawa flight even earlier.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Central Ottawa is approximately 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Plan your trip to Los Angeles during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Los Angeles to Los Angeles during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Los Angeles to Ottawa tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Ottawa, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are top sights which should feature on any good Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. About 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another standout destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without visiting Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.