Travelling from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, making San Francisco three hours behind Ottawa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your YOW to SFO flight.
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 a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, R 3,252 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 5,386. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YOW to SFO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Ottawa International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
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Handy information about Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
65% of flights taking off from Ottawa International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Ottawa International Airport from central Ottawa, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Ottawa International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to YOW:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ottawa International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore San Francisco and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Ottawa International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Ottawa International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YOW to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Fresno is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without dropping by Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.