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Ocala, Florida

Private charter · MSY → OCF

New Orleans to Ocala

486 miles. One price for the whole airplane.

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Trip type
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Times are local to each departure airport.

The trip

New Orleans to Ocala, door to door faster.

Trade about 10½ hours on the road for about a short flight in the air. Bluebird flies you direct from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in New Orleans to Ocala International Airport - Jim Taylor Field in Ocala, 486 miles in a private jet with two pilots up front. Need a different size of aircraft? We'll source one sized for the trip. The price is for the whole aircraft, with every fee and tax shown before you book.

Distance
486 mi
Flight
—
Driving
10½ hours
Passengers
Up to 1
MSYNew OrleansOCFOcala
MSY → OCF486 miles direct

Departing New Orleans

Airports in New Orleans

  • MSY

    Major airport

    Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

    New Orleans · KMSY

    From downtown
    11 mi
    Longest runway
    10,104 ft

  • NEW

    Commercial airport

    Lakefront Airport

    New Orleans · KNEW

    From downtown
    5 mi
    Longest runway
    6,879 ft

  • KASD

    Regional airport

    Slidell Airport

    Slidell

    From downtown
    30 mi
    Longest runway
    5,002 ft

Arriving Ocala

Airports in Ocala

  • OCF

    Regional airport

    Ocala International Airport - Jim Taylor Field

    Ocala · KOCF

    From downtown
    4 mi
    Longest runway
    7,467 ft

  • KINF

    Regional airport

    Inverness Airport

    Inverness

    From downtown
    28 mi
    Longest runway
    5,000 ft

  • KX60

    Regional airport

    Williston Municipal Airport

    Williston

    From downtown
    23 mi
    Longest runway
    6,669 ft

When you land

Things to do in Ocala

Ocala and Marion County call themselves the Horse Capital of the World, and the title is earned: rolling pastures, oak-lined lanes and hundreds of horse farms make up one of the most important thoroughbred breeding and training regions in the country. World Equestrian Center Ocala, one of the largest equestrian complexes in the United States, hosts show jumping, hunter and dressage competitions through much of the year, drawing riders, owners, trainers and buyers from around the world.

  1. 01

    World Equestrian Center

    A vast equestrian complex with indoor and outdoor arenas, an on-site hotel and restaurants, hosting top-level horse shows and other events through much of the year.

  2. 02

    Silver Springs State Park

    Home to one of the largest artesian spring formations in the world, famous for its glass-bottom boat tours, kayaking and the wild rhesus monkeys along the river.

  3. 03

    Ocala National Forest

    The southernmost national forest in the continental U.S. features clear springs such as Juniper, Alexander and Salt Springs, plus hiking, paddling and camping.

  4. 04

    Rainbow Springs State Park

    In nearby Dunnellon, the headwaters of the Rainbow River offer swimming, snorkeling and tubing in remarkably clear water, along with gardens and small waterfalls.

  5. 05

    Horse Farm Tours

    Guided tours of local thoroughbred farms and training centers offer a behind-the-scenes look at the breeding and training that make Marion County a horse-industry hub.

  6. 06

    Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing

    South of town, this museum honors the legendary drag racer with his famous Swamp Rat dragsters, a large collection of race cars and a separate antique car museum.

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Questions

New Orleans to Ocala flights

How long is a private flight from New Orleans to Ocala?

About a short flight in a private jet, for 486 miles direct. Driving the same trip takes about 10½ hours.

Which airports do flights from New Orleans to Ocala use?

You can depart from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), Lakefront Airport (NEW), or Slidell Airport (KASD) and arrive at Ocala International Airport - Jim Taylor Field (OCF), Inverness Airport (KINF), or Williston Municipal Airport (KX60). Pick whichever is closest to where you're starting and where you're headed.

How much does a private charter from New Orleans to Ocala cost?

The price depends on the date, departure time, aircraft and where the airplane is positioned. Enter your trip above to see an instant price for the whole airplane, with every tax and fee included.

Can I book a round trip between New Orleans and Ocala?

Yes. Choose round trip when you search, and pick your return date and time. Flights from Ocala back to New Orleans are priced the same way.

Return flight

Ocala to New Orleans

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