Question 1

What can I find a cup of coffee at Los Angeles International Airport?

Accepted Answer

Need your favorite hot beverage to get going in the morning? LAX has a number of coffee shops both pre-security and post-security. This includes Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf in Terminal 1, Starbucks in Terminal 2, Peet’s Coffee in Terminal 3, and Klatch Coffee in Terminal 7.

Question 2

Where is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?

Accepted Answer

Also referred to as MSY, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is actually located in Kenner, LA. It is just 11 miles from the downtown area and about half an hour from the French Quarter and Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

Question 3

Can you rent a car at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?

Accepted Answer

If your destination is in another town like Gonzales or Lafayette, LA, you’ll probably need to rent a car. You can do this right at the airport. To get to the rental car center at MSY, simply claim your baggage and exit from the West Terminal. Follow the walkway to the offices of car rental companies like Avis, Budget, Alamo, and Hertz.

Question 4

How do I arrange for wheelchair and other assistance at the New Orleans Airport?

Accepted Answer

For passengers with special needs, MSY offers a variety of services including baggage and wheelchair assistance. Make reservations for a SkyCap with your airline when you are booking your flight. If you failed to do so but still need help, look for an Airport Ambassador when you get into the arrivals hall.

Question 5

Which is the best way to get to St. Louis Cathedral from MSY?

Accepted Answer

St. Louis Cathedral lies approximately 15.5 miles from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), with various transportation options between the two destinations. The best way to get there is to ride a JP Transit-operated bus which departs from Kenner Terminal Parking Garage and arrives after 1h 2min.

Question 6

Are there any hotels at MSY?

Accepted Answer

Those arriving late at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) should consider spending a night in one of the many hotels adjacent to this facility. Typically, these facilities provide complimentary shuttles to and from the airport for their clients to catch their flights in time. Hilton New Orleans Airport is one such hotel.

Question 7

Where can I withdraw money at MSY?

Accepted Answer

Just landed and looking to recharge your wallet? Several banks and credit unions run their ATMs at MSY. For instance, Whitney Bank is situated above the Concourse C Checkpoint in the Parabola Lobby. Its ATMs sit pre- and post-security.

Question 8

Where can I leave my bags at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)?

Accepted Answer

Although there are no luggage storage lockers at MSY, you can drop extra bags on the lower level between Baggage Claims 5 and 6. Check with the operator on the timelines, size of acceptable bags, and fees.

Question 9

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights?

Accepted Answer

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to New Orleans flights:

• Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Question 10

What airlines fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

3 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and New Orleans. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Southwest
• Breeze Airways

Question 11

Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

Question 12

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Question 13

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

Question 14

How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $257 round-trip via Austin Bergstrom (AUS), compared to $390 for nonstop.

Question 15

What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 16

Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Question 17

Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans pass through?

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 14% of one-stop connections

Question 18

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $351 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $423, a difference of $72.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 19

At what point is a flight considered delayed from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to New Orleans route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 18m.

Question 20

How are flight departures from Los Angeles to New Orleans spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, night flights for 25%, and evening flights for 0%.

Question 21

What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are New Orleans Morial Convention Center, Caesars Superdome and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

Question 22

What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to New Orleans:

• Earliest: departs at 6:15 am and lands at 9:54 am
• Latest: departs at 11:40 pm and lands at 3:19 am.

The flight takes about 3h 39m.

Question 23

How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to New Orleans flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $396 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 24

How long is a flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans takes 3h 39m, covering 1,666 miles.

Question 25

Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Question 26

How are flight prices from Los Angeles to New Orleans looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Los Angeles to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $148, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

Question 27

How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Breeze Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights are:

• Delta: 86% on time
• Breeze Airways: 84% on time
• Southwest: 78% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time on average.

Question 28

What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

Question 29

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 37m, compared with 5h 43m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 46m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

Question 30

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

New Orleans is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 31

What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

Accepted Answer

New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $62 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Priceless
• Thrifty
• Budget

Question 32

How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to New Orleans flight?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans range from $287 to $519, with an average of $396 over the past 12 months. Anything below $287 counts as a good deal.

Question 33

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights?

Accepted Answer

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Question 34

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans typically range from $287 to $519. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $234, on Frontier.

Question 35

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

Question 36

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans at $330 round-trip.
•September ($440) and October ($433) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 37

When are flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 38

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Frontier ($234) and Breeze Airways ($235) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to New Orleans according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 39

Which airline offers the most nonstop flights between Los Angeles and New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Delta offers the most frequent nonstop flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans, at 17 flights per week. Southwest and Breeze Airways are other good options, operating 7 flights per week each. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 40

How often are flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans delayed?

Accepted Answer

Over the last 3 months Los Angeles to New Orleans flights were delayed 16% of the time. Delayed flights averaged 2h 18m behind schedule.

Question 41

What’s the most punctual time of day to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Morning flights have the fewest delays. Evening departures experience delays most often.

Question 42

Which day of the week has the fewest delays on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday has the fewest flight delays on the Los Angeles to New Orleans route, at only 11% of flights delayed. Sunday has the most delays at 24%.

Question 43

Which airline is the most punctual on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights?

Accepted Answer

Delta is the most punctual airline on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights. 86% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.

Question 44

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Los Angeles to New Orleans route. 22% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

Question 45

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $257. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 46

Which route with a layover is the fastest from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Houston Hobby (HOU) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Los Angeles to New Orleans at 5h 37m one-way, 1h 58m longer than the 3h 39m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 47

When flying from Los Angeles to New Orleans which airport offers the shortest layover?

Accepted Answer

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for Los Angeles to New Orleans layovers at 3h 11m over the past 3 months.

Question 48

How many nonstop flights run daily between Los Angeles and New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 to 5 flights per day from Los Angeles to New Orleans, about 31 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 16% of weekly flights.

Question 49

What time of day do most flights depart from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

Most nonstop flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans depart in the morning, accounting for 50% of nonstop departures. Around 2 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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