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

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:50 am
• Latest: departs at 4:59 pm and lands at 7:49 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 50m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia takes 2h 50m, covering 1,088 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia range from $269 to $496, with an average of $401 over the past 12 months. Anything below $269 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $401 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $114 round-trip via Miami (MIA), compared to $420 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on New Orleans to Philadelphia flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

• American Airlines
• 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.

One-way fares from New Orleans to Philadelphia are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $241.

Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Payless
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Budget

Flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).

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

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 42% of one-stop connections
• Nashville Intl (BNA) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $316 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $488, a difference of $172.

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

Only American Airlines operates flights between New Orleans and Philadelphia.

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 4h 45m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 55m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

Philadelphia is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating New Orleans to Philadelphia flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Minute Suites provide comfortable suites for passengers looking for places to sleep, nap, or work at PHL. Each suite has a bed, sheets, Wi-Fi, a workstation, sound-masking system, and power outlets. You can rent these suites for one hour or two, with an additional charge for every extra 15min. The establishment is airside in the Terminal A-B Link. If you’re looking to stay overnight, Philadelphia Airport Marriott is accessible from Terminal B and has free shuttle services from all terminals.

PHL is connected to downtown Philadelphia via the train. The SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) Airport Regional Rail Line provides services from PHL to downtown, and you can take this train from the airport train station. SEPTA also runs buses from PHL; bus routes 37, 108, and 115 provide services to various hubs in Philadelphia from the airport. Limousines and shared-ride shuttles are available from the ground transportation desk at the baggage claim areas, while taxis are available outside the terminals.

The airport has provided private nursing rooms for mothers visiting the airport with infants. These facilities feature a bench, table, baby changing facilities, and power outlets. You’ll find nursing rooms in Terminal F, A West, and the B/C Connector. The airport also has the Ready For Take Off play area for the older kids. The play area includes toys, slides, and swings and is in Terminal A East.

PHL is a fully accessible airport. Passengers with limited mobility have ramps and elevators for step-free access, accessible restrooms, fast-track services, and reserved parking spots. You can also book wheelchair assistance at PHL through your airline. Low-vision passengers will have free Aira services at PHL, while hard-of-hearing passengers can access visual paging services and TDD telephones.