Ottawa to Minneapolis (YOW–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YOW–MSP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Canada leads the route. The flight covers 855 miles in approximately 2h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 53 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Minneapolis from Ottawa
| Metric | YOW→MSP | YMX→MSP | YUL→MSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YOW | – | 83 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 1 | 35 |
| Flight time | 2h 27m | 2h 2m | 2h 54m |
| Departure OTP | 50% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YOW: EDT · MSP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Ottawa, it's 5:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
Metro Blue Line from T1-Lindbergh to downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse/Hennepin) takes 25–28 minutes ($2.50). T2-Humphrey has its own Blue Line stop. Trains run frequently 5am–1am. Taxis from T1 to downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40; to St. Paul $30–45.Ride-hail pickup is on the ground level outside baggage claim. Rental car center is connected to T1 via the tram system. Mall of America (Bloomington) is 13 minutes by Blue Line; useful if connecting to suburban destinations. MSP is unusually well-integrated with regional transit for a US airport.
Humid continental climate. One of the coldest major hub airports in the United States. Winters are severe (−15 to −2°C, November–March) with heavy snow and extreme cold snaps. Delta's de-icing operation at MSP is among the largest in the US, but heavy blizzards cause ground stops and cascading delays. Wind chill below −30°C occurs multiple times each winter.
Summers are warm and pleasant (22–30°C) with occasional severe thunderstorms in June–August. Spring brings tornado risk in the broader region. MSP has a strong snow operations record. Cancellations happen, but the airport manages heavy snowfall better than many eastern hubs. Pack serious winter gear from November through March.
YOW–MSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YOW to MSP
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada.
YOW to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YOW to MSP ranges from 2 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 855 miles (1,376 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
53 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BUF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YMX) and Montréal (YUL).