Toronto to New Orleans (YYZ–MSY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AC1299
AC Air Canada
BCS3
3:05 PM
EDT TT1
5:17 PM
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3h 12m
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SY8242
SY Sun Country
738
7:14 PM
EDT
9:18 PM
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2h 4m
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DL8943
DL Delta
11:07 AM
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2:24 PM
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3h 17m
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SY8207
SY Sun Country
738
11:14 AM
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3:06 PM
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2h 52m
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AC1298
AC Air Canada
BCS3
6:05 PM
EDT TN
9:52 PM
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2h 47m
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Toronto to New Orleans
2 carriers, 6 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 6 Flights/wk 1,111 mi 2h 4m nonstop 66 1-stop hubs

YYZ–MSY is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,111 miles in approximately 2h 4m. Beyond nonstop, 66 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore YYZ Routes MSY Routes YYZ Live Flights MSY Live Flights YYZ Delays MSY Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YYZ–MSY service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AC Air Canada 5 BCS3 3h12 75% Star Alliance –
SY Sun Country Airlines 1 738 2h04 75% – –
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – SY
BCS3 Airbus A220-300 – AC
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AC (5 flights/wk, 83%)
Unaffiliated: SY (1 flights/wk, 17%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, YYZ to MSY direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
2
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
6
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YYZ to MSY.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
66
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
SDF ~3h 37m MKC ~3h 45m GSO ~3h 48m MEM ~4h 18m FTY ~4h 43m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,682
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YYZ → MSY
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
75%
Arriving
79%
Return
MSY → YYZ
62%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
62%
Arriving
69%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YYZ delays → MSY delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
New Orleans is 0 hours the same as Toronto.
YYZ: EDT · MSY: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Toronto, it's 6:00 PM in New Orleans.
Distance & Flight Time
1,111 mi / 1,788 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 4m to 3h 12m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to YYZ

The UP Express train runs from Union Station (downtown Toronto) to Terminal 1 in 25 minutes (CAD $12.35). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours, every 30 minutes off-peak and overnight. Highway 427 and the 401 are heavily congested during rush hours.

Taxis and ride-hail from downtown cost CAD $50–70 and take 25–60 minutes depending on traffic. MiWay and Brampton Transit buses serve the airport from the western suburbs. Long-term parking is available in the Viscount Road lots with free shuttle service.

Facts

YYZ–MSY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Toronto to New Orleans route.
Route details
Distance1,111 mi / 1,788 km
Flight time2h 4m to 3h 12m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights6 out / 7 return
1-stop connections66 hubs
Origin: YYZ
Full nameToronto Pearson International Airport
IATA / ICAOYYZ / CYYZ
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr46.8M
Elevation569 ft / 173 m
Destination: MSY
Full nameLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
IATA / ICAOMSY / KMSY
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr13.1M
Elevation4 ft / 1 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YYZ to MSY flights.
Nonstop flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport take approximately 2h 4m to 3h 12m. The route covers 1,111 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air Canada and Sun Country Airlines.
There are approximately 6 nonstop flights per week from YYZ to MSY. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SDF, MKC, GSO, MEM, FTY, PVD, APF, YUL, MDW, CLE, BCT, PBI, CHS, HOU, SAV, ORF, RIC, OPF, BDL, SAT, EGE, DAL, SCF, MID, SLC, MBJ, PLS, GUA, STL, CLD, SAL, SJO, CVG, RSW, AUS, JFK, PHX, MIA, ATL, ORD, MCO, IAH, DTW, BNA, FLL, CLT, EWR, PHL, DFW, LAS, LGA, DCA, TPA, IAD, RDU, CUN, LAX, MSP, LHR, BOS, DEN, SEA, SFO, PIT, ADS and SAN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from MSY to YYZ are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YYZ to MSY

Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Sun Country Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

YYZ to MSY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YYZ to MSY ranges from 2 hours 4 minutes to 3 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,111 miles (1,788 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 13 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

66 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SDF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.