Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
The timezone in New Orleans is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Ottawa.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW to MSY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
$344 is the lowest price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $598. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from YOW to MSY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, 58.21% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YOW:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MSY instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and see more of New Orleans and beyond.
Booking your ride from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of New Orleans. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. October is the most popular month to head to New Orleans. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in New Orleans is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from YOW to MSY around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Baton Rouge is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen New Orleans. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts.
Montgomery is another well-known destination in United States and is around 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. No trip is complete without a visit to Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.