Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is three hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located. Ottawa follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your LAX to Ottawa flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from LAX to Ottawa, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
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). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from LAX.
LAX's address is One World Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Ottawa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa flight is ر.ق. 325. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 792. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from LAX to Ottawa, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the centre of Ottawa takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy accommodation options near YND.
Venture beyond Ottawa and check out places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks ahead of your flight from LAX to Ottawa. If you're travelling during peak season, book even earlier to get the best possible rate.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is located around 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near YOW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LAX to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport can be found at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Ottawa, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are highlights which should feature on every Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Ottawa, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Montreal is another essential stop in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without dropping by Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
