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Cheapest round-trip
$210
Typical prices: $314-$638
Southwest
Sat 11/7Wed 11/11
SEA - MSY • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$326
Typical prices: $308-$481
Alaska Airlines
Thu 8/20Wed 8/26
SEA - MSY • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 4h 37m
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Cheapest • Avg $276 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 57m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to New Orleans (SEA-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Seattle to New Orleans that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to New Orleans

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 6:05 pm
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MSY
10h 35m
2 stops
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5:45 am - 1:00 pm
MSY
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9h 15m
2 stops
$210Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
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11:00 pm - 9:35 am
SEA
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MSY
8h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:15 pm - 11:35 pm
MSY
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SEA
12h 20m
1 stop
$212Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23
Southwest Logo
2:15 pm - 10:25 pm
SEA
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MSY
6h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:35 pm - 12:55 am
MSY
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SEA
7h 20m
1 stop
$214Southwest
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 21
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 3:19 pm
SEA
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MSY
7h 19m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:51 pm - 11:58 pm
MSY
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SEA
8h 07m
1 stop
$215Delta
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
Southwest Logo
11:05 pm - 9:25 am
SEA
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MSY
8h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
9:50 am - 8:15 pm
MSY
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SEA
12h 25m
2 stops
$218Southwest
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Aug 26
Southwest Logo
7:10 am - 4:15 pm
SEA
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MSY
7h 05m
1 stop
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5:30 pm - 11:05 pm
MSY
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SEA
7h 35m
1 stop
$222Southwest
Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 26
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 6:25 pm
SEA
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MSY
11h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
9:50 am - 8:15 pm
MSY
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SEA
12h 25m
2 stops
$223Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
Southwest Logo
11:10 am - 12:20 am
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MSY
11h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 10:30 am
MSY
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SEA
6h 40m
1 stop
$225Southwest
Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 26
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 6:25 pm
SEA
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MSY
11h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
9:50 am - 5:30 pm
MSY
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SEA
9h 40m
1 stop
$227Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
Southwest Logo
3:10 pm - 11:15 pm
SEA
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MSY
6h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 9:50 am
MSY
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SEA
6h 40m
1 stop
$229Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Seattle to New Orleans flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Seattle to New Orleans departing in November.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to New Orleans?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Seattle to New Orleans clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Seattle to New Orleans, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from New Orleans back to Seattle, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to New Orleans?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Seattle to New Orleans is January, where tickets cost $306 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $483 and $453 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Seattle to New Orleans?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $377 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Seattle to New Orleans?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Seattle to New Orleans, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Seattle to New Orleans

 
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on MSY

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on SEA

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$72
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Seattle to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Seattle to New Orleans

  • Does New Orleans International Airport (MSY) have nursing rooms?

    Yes. The airport has nursing rooms in each terminal. They are located near Gate C5, between gates D3 and D5, and near Gate B8. The nursing room in Terminal D is equipped with a padded chair, a baby changing table, and an outlet for the electric breast pumps. It ensures that mothers nurse their infants comfortably and in privacy.

  • What are the parking rates at Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA)?

    Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) has three parking options. The Terminal Direct parking costs approximately $7 per hour, around $42 daily, and an average of $294 every week. The General Parking costs roughly $6 per hour, about $34 per day, and an average of $169 per month. Finally, Passport Parking offers monthly parking with a fee of around $425 per month.

  • What types of flights are there from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to (MSY) New Orleans International Airport?

    There are both direct and connecting flights between these airports. Alaska Airlines offers direct flights from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to New Orleans International. However, together with American Airlines, United Airlines offers flights with layovers at Denver International Airport (DEN) and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), Respectively. However, United Airlines has other layovers at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and George Bush International Airport (IAH). Frontier Airlines also has connecting flights with a layover at Denver International Airport (DEN).

  • How many Lounges are there in Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA)?

    There are a couple of lounges within the airport. United Airlines has their United Club located in Concourse A and Delta Sky Club by Delta Airways is located near Gate A1. Alaska Airlines has several lounges in Concourse C and D.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Seattle to New Orleans?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Seattle to New Orleans was $72 for a one-way ticket and $212 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Seattle and New Orleans?

    A passport is not required to fly from Seattle to New Orleans.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Seattle to New Orleans?

    Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Seattle to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Seattle to New Orleans?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Seattle to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Seattle to New Orleans?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Seattle and New Orleans, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Seattle to New Orleans?

    There are nonstop flights from Seattle to New Orleans on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Seattle to New Orleans, Alaska Airlines or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Seattle to New Orleans are Alaska Airlines and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $476 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $415 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle to New Orleans?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Seattle to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Seattle to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Seattle is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Seattle to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to Seattle with another airline. Booking your flights between Seattle and MSY can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Seattle to New Orleans?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Orleans from Seattle up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Seattle to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $258 or less one-way and $377 or less round-trip.
  • The Light Rail is the most convenient means of transport from downtown Seattle to Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA). It will take you 35min to complete the journey to the airport. The ticket will cost approximately $3 for a one-way ticket.
  • The most convenient way from Armstrong Airport (MSY) to downtown is using the RTA’s 202 Airport Express, which runs from the airport terminals to Downtown New Orleans. The fare you will be expected to pay is around $1.50 for a one-way trip. Also, you can use the Jefferson Transit Authority (JET) buses which take 50min to complete the journey costing approximately $2.
  • There is an indoor playground where children in the Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) can enjoy their time in the airport without getting bored. It is located between Gate A and the central terminal.
  • When traveling to New Orleans International (MSY), people with special needs shall receive adequate assistance, including luggage assistance from Skycaps. Flight Information Display Monitors (FIDS) and Visual Paging are available throughout the airport.
  • New Orleans Airport (MSY) has two pet relief areas. The first is located inside Terminal 2, past the security check near the bathrooms. However, another one is the outdoor area located on Level 1 between the short-term parking garage and the terminal.

Prefer to fly direct from Seattle to New Orleans?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
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