Title: Cheap Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Santa Monica (SMO) - Expedia.ca ![Santa Monica showing street scenes, general coastal views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3220/afa9da0d-c202-4660-82f1-6a3baa51f5c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3220/afa9da0d-c202-4660-82f1-6a3baa51f5c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Cheap Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Santa Monica (SMO) - [Roundtrip](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to Santa Monica, CA (SMO-Santa Monica Municipal) - ![Air Canada](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AC.svg) Air Canada [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:yow,to:smo,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:yow,departure:16/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AC"}}]) - ![WestJet](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_WS.svg) WestJet [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:yow,to:smo,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:yow,departure:16/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"WS"}}]) - ![Flair Airlines](https://a.travel-assets.com/air/airlines/f8_sq.svg) Flair Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:yow,to:smo,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:yow,departure:16/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"F8"}}]) - ![American Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AA.svg) American Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:yow,to:smo,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:yow,departure:16/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AA"}}]) - ![United](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_UA.svg) United [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:yow,to:smo,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:yow,departure:16/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"UA"}}]) - ![Delta](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_DL.svg) Delta [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:yow,to:smo,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:yow,departure:16/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"DL"}}]) - ![Porter Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_PD.svg) Porter Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:yow,to:smo,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:smo,to:yow,departure:16/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"PD"}}]) ![notification illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__notification.svg) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* ![deals illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Book smarter Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight\* ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) ## Alternative airports near Santa Monica Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change. [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:YOW,to:LAX,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:LAX,to:YOW,departure:15/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&sortOrder=INCREASING&sortType=PRICE) LAX Los Angeles Intl. Cheapest 15 min [Flights from CA $777](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:YOW,to:LAX,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:LAX,to:YOW,departure:15/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&sortOrder=INCREASING&sortType=PRICE) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:YOW,to:LGB,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:LGB,to:YOW,departure:27/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&sortOrder=INCREASING&sortType=PRICE) LGB Long Beach Municipal 38 min [Flights from CA $1,552](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:YOW,to:LGB,departure:09/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:LGB,to:YOW,departure:27/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&sortOrder=INCREASING&sortType=PRICE) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from Ottawa International Airport to SMO? > The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between YOW and Santa Monica Airport is . But you better act fast. This price is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Ottawa Intl. Airport to Santa Monica Airport? > This can vary between airlines, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Head to the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.ca/helpcenter), where you'll find easy instructions on how to cancel online. ### How do I find cheap flights from Ottawa Intl. Airport to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) that have flexible change policies? > Plenty of airlines will allow you to move your flight without charging a fee. All you pay is the cost difference between flights. When searching for YOW to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) flights, you'll find a "No change fees" box for you to tick. ### How far is the flight from Ottawa International Airport to SMO? > Expect to be up above the clouds for a while, as the flight distance between Ottawa and Santa Monica is 3,800 kilometres. Set up a playlist of your favourite tunes before you leave home to keep yourself entertained during your trip. ### Which airlines fly direct from YOW to SMO? > Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly between Ottawa Intl. Airport and Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO). You'll have to book a flight with at least one stop. ### Are YOW to Santa Monica Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Flight prices always go up and down, so it's no sure thing. While last-minute flight deals between YOW and Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) are possible, it also makes sense to keep a close eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers release their prices up to 12 months ahead of the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the biggest airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to pounce when the price is right. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Macdonald-Cartier Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Santa Monica Municipal | | Distance | 3797 km | ## Book with confidence ### Ottawa to Los Angeles Flights **The easy way to book your flights from Ottawa to Santa Monica**  With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Santa Monica from Ottawa whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Santa Monica Municipal, too.   Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Ottawa to Santa Monica today, tomorrow, or this week.   **Save dollars with cheap flights from Macdonald-Cartier Intl., YOW to Santa Monica Municipal, SMO**  Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Ottawa to Santa Monica—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Santa Monica from Ottawa currently is just rising to .   Here are more money-saving tips:  - Fly in when flight prices are normally at their lowest  - Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Santa Monica   - Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more - Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times  - One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free!  **Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Santa Monica from Ottawa**  Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. 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