Travelling from Ottawa to Sacramento: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Sacramento jetting off from here.
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is where your flight will arrive in Sacramento.
To ensure you make your Ottawa to Sacramento flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Sacramento
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Ottawa to Sacramento flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Ottawa to Sacramento across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Ottawa to Sacramento by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Ottawa to Sacramento flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ottawa to Sacramento? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, data shows 58.21% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The distance from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
Hit the road running by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget to explore Sacramento and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Sacramento flight.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Central Sacramento is approximately 80 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK). Once your flight from Ottawa to Sacramento has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 3 hours 20 minutes.
You'll find Stockton Airport at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
August is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Sacramento. To skip the crowds, head to Sacramento in May.
Lock in an Ottawa to Sacramento ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sacramento to range from 15ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Ottawa to Sacramento in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Sacramento
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Sacramento, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sacramento:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Old Sacramento State Historic Park, Crocker Art Museum and Discovery Park are essential stops on your Sacramento itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Sacramento is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a trip to San Jose will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are highlights.
