Travelling from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport (SAN): What you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
San Diego is three hours behind Ottawa. San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Ottawa to SAN.
During high season, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Travelling from central Ottawa to YND takes about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport? Stay somewhere near Ottawa Gatineau Airport, like Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport will also put you moments from the terminal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is about 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Ottawa to SAN flight? Kick back in a hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
58.21% of flights departing Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport arrive according to schedule.
The street address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
About San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SAN:
Grab a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Ottawa to San Diego International Airport flight.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
The centre of San Diego is about 3 kilometres from San Diego International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
R 3,407 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport. Return flights start from R 6,035. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Ottawa to SAN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Ottawa to San Diego International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Ottawa to SAN.
Find a cheap flight from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport (SAN). Plan your visit to San Diego in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in an Ottawa to SAN plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Diego to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to San Diego International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in San Diego when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to San Diego Zoo followed by San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, consider Long Beach, about 145 kilometres north-west of San Diego. SkyThrills! - Fly a Real Fighter Aircraft & Become A Fighter Pilot For A Day! Long Beach, CA, Queen Mary and The Queen Mary are key reasons to visit.
