Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your LAX to YOW flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LAX and YOW include:
Pearson International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Right now, R 1,624 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,529. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LAX to YOW, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from LAX to YOW is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81.05% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Ottawa's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to central Ottawa has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Ottawa in February.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to YOW in January. Temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Ottawa, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its must-visit sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.