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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New Orleans to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 5:30 am and lands at 9:05 am
• Latest: departs at 8:40 pm and lands at 12:15 am.

The flight takes about 3h 35m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport takes 3h 35m, covering 1,297 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport range from $405 to $571, with an average of $482 over the past 12 months. Anything below $405 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 37% above the $482 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $209 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $496 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on New Orleans to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

American Airlines is the only airline on the New Orleans to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from New Orleans to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $162, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $57 for economy cars. Top options include:

• NU Car
• Easirent
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Dollar

Flights from New Orleans to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

One-stop flights from New Orleans to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 23% of one-stop connections
• Houston Hobby (HOU) - 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from New Orleans to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $448 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $499, a difference of $51.

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

3 airlines operate flights between New Orleans and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Southwest
• American Airlines
• Breeze Airways

Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 32m, compared with 4h 51m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 5h 23m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is 1 hour behind New Orleans (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are Phoenix Convention Center, Chase Field and Camelback Ranch. These are among the most viewed places in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating New Orleans to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Breeze Airways: 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
• Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: 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.

Yes. Southwest Airlines welcomes small pets to travel with their owners on flights from New Orleans to Phoenix. The airline allows cats and dogs in the cabin of the aircraft as long as they stay in a pet carrier that must be no larger than 18.5" x 8.5" x 13.5", and the combined weight of the pet and carrier cannot exceed 20 lb.

To get from PHX to the city center, you can take a taxi or book Uber or Lyft outside the airport terminals. There are designated areas for pick-up and the ride to the city center takes around 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. Phoenix also has a light rail system called Valley Metro Rail, which provides a convenient and affordable way to reach the city center. The Sky Harbor Airport Station is located near Terminal 4, and you can catch the train at this station.

There are three seat selection options on Southwest Airlines flights from New Orleans to Phoenix. Standard Economy Seats are assigned at the time of check-in while Upgraded Economy Seats offer more legroom and are located near the front of the plane. Passengers can purchase these seats for an additional fee. Business Select Seats are located at the front of the plane and include priority boarding and a free drink.

American Airlines offers the following services for passengers in economy class on flights from New Orleans to Phoenix. These include complimentary snacks, meals and drinks, personal on-demand seat-back screens featuring movies, TV shows, games, and music, seat power outlets, and Wi-Fi for a fee.