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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 flights are currently cheapest in May.

Alternative Ottawa International to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Ottawa International to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Ottawa to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs43,113
Cheapest month to flyMay

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

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa International to San Diego is Rs71,170. 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. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs71,170.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Ottawa International to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to San Diego is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Ottawa International Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from Rs71,170.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa International Airport to San Diego on Monday, 30 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa International Airport and San Diego. 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 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.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, San Diego is 3 hours behind Ottawa.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from YOW to San Diego.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • You can visit United States for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Canada. But before booking your cheap tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.

  • Located around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 43 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near YOW:

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

  • Rs43,113 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego. A return flight starts from Rs71,170. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from YOW to San Diego. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for flight tickets from YOW to San Diego every day.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is about 9 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel close to SAN if you have a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • The centre of San Diego is approximately 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). As soon as your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 39 minutes.

  • The journey will take about 2 hours and 14 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CLD. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from YOW to San Diego:

Best time to go to San Diego

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego. July is the most popular month for a trip to San Diego. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to San Diego, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from YOW to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC.

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