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      Compare Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa International flight deals

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      Flight deals from Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa International

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Ottawa International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $859. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Ottawa.$534 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $534, select.
      Ottawa.$805 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $805, select.
      Ottawa.$841 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $841, select.
      Ottawa.$859 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $859, select.
      Ottawa.$879 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $879, select.
      Ottawa.$982 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $982, select.
      Ottawa.$1,004 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,004, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa International

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa International flights are currently cheapest in September.
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      Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa International: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Ottawa International.

      Ottawa International

      11km from central Ottawa
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      Ottawa Gatineau

      15km from central Ottawa
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      Minneapolis to Ottawa: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$534
      Cheapest month to flySeptember

      Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa International: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa International is $534. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $534.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa International.
      The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Ottawa International is usually September.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Ottawa International Airport on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Minneapolis St Paul Airport and Ottawa International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Ottawa International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Ottawa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ottawa International.

      Travelling from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Ottawa International Airport (YOW): what you need to know

      • Ottawa's timezone is UTC-5, making Ottawa one hour ahead of Minneapolis.

      • Leave plenty of time to make your MSP to YOW flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

      • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Ottawa International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between MSP and YOW:

        • Chicago O'Hare International Airport

        • Toronto Pearson International Airport

        • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Ottawa International Airport (YOW)

      • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Ottawa International Airport flight is $349. A return ticket is currently $534. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

      • It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MSP to YOW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

      • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Ottawa International Airport.

      • Landing cheap flights from MSP to YOW couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

      • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Ottawa International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

      Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)

      • MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.

      • Of the departures from Minneapolis St Paul Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.

      • To get to Minneapolis St Paul Airport from central Minneapolis, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

      • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.

      • Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MSP. Whether you have an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Ottawa International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

      Arriving at Ottawa International Airport (YOW)

      Getting from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa

      • YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.

      • Ottawa International Airport to the centre of Ottawa has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

      • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

      When to fly to Ottawa International Airport (YOW)

      • July is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Ottawa International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Ottawa in November.

      • Lock in your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Ottawa International Airport for July if you want to explore Ottawa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

      • January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MSP to YOW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

      Explore more of Canada

      • You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its leading sights. From CN Tower to The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.

      • Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.

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