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Cheapest round-trip
$482
Typical prices: $531-$768
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Sat 11/24Sat 12/1
MSY - YOW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$162
Typical prices: $284-$413
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Sat 12/15
MSY - YOW • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Ottawa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 24% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $442 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 5h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Ottawa (MSY-YOW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Ottawa

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:55 pm - 4:45 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-YOW Ottawa
20h 50m1 stop Orlando
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4:40 pm - 8:38 amYOW  Ottawa-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
40h 58m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$482Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:55 pm - 4:45 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-YOW Ottawa
20h 50m1 stop Orlando
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4:40 pm - 8:38 amYOW  Ottawa-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
40h 58m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$484Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:44 am - 8:20 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-YOW Ottawa
23h 36m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale Toronto Pearson Intl
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5:10 am - 8:38 amYOW  Ottawa-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
28h 28m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$498Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:44 am - 8:20 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-YOW Ottawa
23h 36m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:00 am - 8:38 amYOW  Ottawa-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 38m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$500Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:55 pm - 3:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-YOW Ottawa
20h 02m2 stops Orlando Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:00 am - 8:38 amYOW  Ottawa-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
27h 38m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$503Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:55 pm - 3:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-YOW Ottawa
20h 02m2 stops Orlando Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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7:00 am - 8:38 amYOW  Ottawa-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 38m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$510Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:55 pm - 3:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-YOW Ottawa
20h 02m2 stops Orlando Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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7:00 am - 8:38 amYOW  Ottawa-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 38m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$516Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:44 am - 8:20 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-YOW Ottawa
23h 36m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa Toronto Pearson Intl
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5:10 am - 8:38 amYOW  Ottawa-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
28h 28m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$525Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:04 am - 9:56 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-YOW Ottawa
13h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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6:00 am - 11:44 pmYOW  Ottawa-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
18h 44m1 stop Newark
$656United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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8:00 am - 9:56 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-YOW Ottawa
12h 56m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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6:00 am - 8:08 pmYOW  Ottawa-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 08m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
$662United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Ottawa flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New Orleans to Ottawa?

United Airlines ($656) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from New Orleans to Ottawa in the last 5 days.

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Key details for New Orleans to Ottawa flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$162
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 34% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Ottawa

When to book flights from New Orleans to Ottawa

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Your New Orleans to Ottawa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Ottawa?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to Ottawa.

  • How long is a flight from New Orleans to Ottawa?

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Ottawa takes 00m, covering 1,321 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans to Ottawa?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to Ottawa flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Ottawa range from $531 to $768, with an average of $636 over the past 12 months. Anything below $531 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans to Ottawa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $482 to $1,549. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from New Orleans to Ottawa looking right now?

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Ottawa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $306, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?

    Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $42 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Ottawa?

    Flights from New Orleans to Ottawa usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Ottawa pass through?

    One-stop flights from New Orleans to Ottawa most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 16% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Ottawa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from New Orleans to Ottawa. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $617 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $959, a difference of $342.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New Orleans to Ottawa?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 56m, compared with 6h 32m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 6h 50m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between New Orleans and Ottawa?

    Ottawa is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Ottawa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are Garden of the Provinces and Territories, Nepean Sportsplex and Major's Hill Park. These are among the most viewed places in Ottawa on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Ottawa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $617, about $342 less than Tuesday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Ottawa trip for October. Fares historically average $481 round-trip in that month - typically $997 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ottawa Airport.

    • Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
    • Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport
    • Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau

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