Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-5. The city is three hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LAX to Ottawa flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from LAX to Ottawa. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
LAX is around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LAX:
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
LAX is located at One World Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ottawa
The best price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa flight is R 2,091. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,781. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LAX to Ottawa if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices throughout the month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to the centre of Ottawa takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YOW:
Booking your vehicle from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport about two weeks before your flight from LAX to Ottawa can help you get the best possible rate.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa. July is the most popular month to travel to Ottawa. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LAX to Ottawa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Ottawa right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa:
Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal National Historic Site are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Ottawa to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Ottawa, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel about 354 kilometres southwest to Toronto to tick off its leading attractions. From CN Tower to The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, head for Montreal, roughly 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are among its highlights.