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Cheap flights from Ottawa (YOW) to New Orleans (MSY) from $415

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from Ottawa to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or September, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 5, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Ottawa to New Orleans?

Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 52% on the overall cost on flights from Ottawa to New Orleans.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa to New Orleans?

To save on the cost of your flight from Ottawa to New Orleans, book at least 54 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 27% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $530 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $557.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to New Orleans?

August can be a great time to fly to New Orleans from Ottawa with a flight ticket averaging about $629. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of August for as cheap as $491. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of November.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to New Orleans (YOW - MSY)?

When flying from Ottawa to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap WestJet flights from Ottawa to New Orleans

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by WestJet for the route between Ottawa and New Orleans. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced WestJet flights heading from Ottawa to New Orleans. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Fri 5/319:35 pmYOW - MSY
2 stops15h 21mWestJet
Mon 6/36:22 pmMSY - YOW
2 stops35h 35mWestJet
Deal found 5/4$569
Fri 10/45:55 amYOW - MSY
2 stops18h 36mWestJet
Sat 10/126:30 amMSY - YOW
2 stops17h 11mWestJet
Deal found 5/4$599
Thu 10/243:55 pmYOW - MSY
2 stops49h 20mWestJet
Sun 11/35:30 amMSY - YOW
2 stops17h 53mWestJet
Deal found 5/4$973
Fri 5/176:15 amYOW - MSY
2 stops42h 40mWestJet
Mon 5/201:59 pmMSY - YOW
2 stops33h 45mWestJet
Deal found 5/4$1,131

Cheap Air Canada flights from Ottawa to New Orleans

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Ottawa and New Orleans. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights we've found at this time heading from Ottawa to New Orleans. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Fri 10/47:30 pmYOW - MSY
1 stop15h 46mAir Canada
Sat 10/1212:58 pmMSY - YOW
1 stop8h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 5/4$572
Thu 10/245:55 amYOW - MSY
1 stop6h 53mAir Canada
Sun 11/38:35 pmMSY - YOW
1 stop11h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 5/4$692
Tue 7/25:55 amYOW - MSY
1 stop6h 53mAir Canada
Mon 7/87:00 amMSY - YOW
1 stop9h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 5/4$717
Fri 5/317:10 amYOW - MSY
1 stop8h 09mAir Canada
Mon 6/33:15 pmMSY - YOW
1 stop9h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 5/4$782
Fri 5/178:55 pmYOW - MSY
1 stop15h 59mAir Canada
Mon 5/208:00 amMSY - YOW
1 stop14h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 5/4$822

Cheap Ottawa to New Orleans flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Ottawa to New Orleans specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Prices were last updated on May 5, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Ottawa to New Orleans in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sun 5/196:20 pmYOW - MSY
1 stop13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/247:59 amMSY - YOW
1 stop6h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$415
Sun 5/196:20 pmYOW - MSY
1 stop13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2410:03 pmMSY - YOW
2 stops14h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$422
Sun 5/197:05 pmYOW - MSY
2 stops13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2410:03 pmMSY - YOW
2 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$441
Sun 5/192:30 pmYOW - MSY
2 stops17h 39mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2410:03 pmMSY - YOW
3 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$446
Sun 5/197:05 pmYOW - MSY
3 stops25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2410:03 pmMSY - YOW
3 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$503
Fri 5/319:35 pmYOW - MSY
2 stops15h 21mWestJet
Mon 6/36:22 pmMSY - YOW
2 stops35h 35mWestJet
Deal found 5/4$569
Fri 5/317:10 amYOW - MSY
1 stop8h 09mAir Canada
Mon 6/33:15 pmMSY - YOW
1 stop9h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 5/4$782
Fri 5/178:55 pmYOW - MSY
1 stop15h 59mAir Canada
Mon 5/208:00 amMSY - YOW
1 stop14h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 5/4$822
Sat 5/41:30 pmYOW - MSY
2 stops10h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/118:00 amMSY - YOW
1 stop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,079

Ottawa to New Orleans 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Ottawa and New Orleans in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Ottawa to New Orleans in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sun 5/196:20 pmYOW - MSY
1 stop13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/247:59 amMSY - YOW
1 stop6h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$415
Sun 5/196:20 pmYOW - MSY
1 stop13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2410:03 pmMSY - YOW
2 stops14h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$422
Sun 5/197:05 pmYOW - MSY
2 stops13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2410:03 pmMSY - YOW
2 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$441
Sun 5/192:30 pmYOW - MSY
2 stops17h 39mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2410:03 pmMSY - YOW
3 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$446
Sun 5/197:05 pmYOW - MSY
3 stops25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2410:03 pmMSY - YOW
3 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$503
Fri 5/319:35 pmYOW - MSY
2 stops15h 21mWestJet
Mon 6/36:22 pmMSY - YOW
2 stops35h 35mWestJet
Deal found 5/4$569
Fri 10/47:30 pmYOW - MSY
1 stop15h 46mAir Canada
Sat 10/1212:58 pmMSY - YOW
1 stop8h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 5/4$572
Fri 10/45:55 amYOW - MSY
2 stops18h 36mWestJet
Sat 10/126:30 amMSY - YOW
2 stops17h 11mWestJet
Deal found 5/4$599
Fri 10/47:30 pmYOW - MSY
1 stop15h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/124:17 pmMSY - YOW
2 stops21h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$647

Find flights from Ottawa to New Orleans within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.

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OttawaNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

YOW - MSY

YOWMSY

Ottawa

Sun 5/19

1 stop13h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/24

1 stop6h 53m

$415

OttawaNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

YOW - MSY

YOWMSY

Ottawa

Sun 5/19

1 stop13h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/24

2 stops14h 49m

$422

OttawaNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

YOW - MSY

YOWMSY

Ottawa

Sun 5/19

2 stops13h 04m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/24

2 stops19h 54m

$441

OttawaNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

YOW - MSY

YOWMSY

Ottawa

Sun 5/19

2 stops17h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/24

3 stops19h 54m

$446

OttawaNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

YOW - MSY

YOWMSY

Ottawa

Sun 5/19

3 stops25h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/24

3 stops19h 54m

$503

OttawaNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

YOW - MSY

YOWMSY

Ottawa

Fri 5/31

2 stops15h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/3

2 stops35h 35m

$569

OttawaNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

YOW - MSY

YOWMSY

Ottawa

Fri 10/4

1 stop15h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/12

1 stop8h 08m

$572

OttawaNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

YOW - MSY

YOWMSY

Ottawa

Fri 10/4

2 stops18h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/12

2 stops17h 11m

$599

OttawaNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

YOW - MSY

YOWMSY

Ottawa

Fri 10/4

1 stop15h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/12

2 stops21h 11m

$647

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When is the best time to book a flight from Ottawa to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to New Orleans by month

Plan your trip from Ottawa to New Orleans by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Ottawa to New Orleans is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $513. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to New Orleans (average of $247). Flying from Ottawa to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $342). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$272

February

$280

March

$311

April

$342

May

$306

June

$314

July

$295

August

$255

September

$247

October

$312

November

$329

December

$298

Temperature and rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MSY

Temperature

51.8 - 82.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Orleans. Reviews last updated May 5, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with WestJet, Air Canada and United Airlines from Ottawa to New Orleans have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.6
Good
2,962 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It’s a discount flight so you have to expect to be crammed in. Then there is the food strike at a supplier we were all warned of and they were good with snacks. The attendants were great. I’ll fly them a hand I recommend them, for what they are.

WestJet
7.6
Good
2,962 reviews
WestJet
7.6
Good
2,962 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It’s a discount flight so you have to expect to be crammed in. Then there is the food strike at a supplier we were all warned of and they were good with snacks. The attendants were great. I’ll fly them a hand I recommend them, for what they are.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,125 reviews
WestJet
7.6
Good
2,962 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It’s a discount flight so you have to expect to be crammed in. Then there is the food strike at a supplier we were all warned of and they were good with snacks. The attendants were great. I’ll fly them a hand I recommend them, for what they are.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,904 reviews
WestJet
7.6
Good
2,962 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It’s a discount flight so you have to expect to be crammed in. Then there is the food strike at a supplier we were all warned of and they were good with snacks. The attendants were great. I’ll fly them a hand I recommend them, for what they are.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Ottawa to New Orleans for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Ottawa to New Orleans for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $415, but on average you can expect to pay $654.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to New Orleans round-trip?

    According to our current data, WestJet ($569), Air Canada ($572), and United Airlines ($647) offers the cheapest pricing from Ottawa to New Orleans. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to New Orleans for 9% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does YOW to MSY mean?

    YOW stands for Ottawa Airport, while MSY stands for New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to New Orleans that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Ottawa to New Orleans flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Ottawa to New Orleans with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Ottawa to New Orleans flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to New Orleans that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Ottawa to New Orleans offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Ottawa to New Orleans?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Ottawa to New Orleans flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Ottawa to New Orleans flight deals updated?

    The Ottawa to New Orleans flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/4.

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