C$281 Cheap Flights from Ottawa International to San Diego International

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Cheapest dealC$485
Cheapest monthJanuary
Most popular airlineAir Canada

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa International to San Diego International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to San Diego International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa International to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in January.

Ottawa International to San Diego International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ottawa International to San Diego below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Diego International.

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa International to San Diego International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa International to San Diego International is C$485. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ottawa International to San Diego International. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$485.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Ottawa International to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to San Diego International is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa International Airport to San Diego International Airport on Friday, January 16, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa International Airport and San Diego International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego International Airport is C$281. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$485. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from YOW to SAN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego International Airport.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from YOW to SAN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • The journey from central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport takes about 43 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • After a handy hotel close to YOW? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • San Diego International Airport to the center of San Diego is around 9 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to San Diego in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego International Airport for August if you want to go to San Diego during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to SAN in February. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC then.

More about San Diego

  • If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Diego right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from YOW to SAN:

  • San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are just the start of the major attractions to add to your San Diego travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at SeaWorld San Diego.

Complete your San Diego trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to San Diego International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in San Diego.

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