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Cheapest round-trip
$237
Overall average: $488
Alaska Airlines
Mon 12/8Mon 12/15
SEA - MSY • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$68
Typical prices: $216-$434
Frontier
Sun 1/11
SEA - MSY • 1 stop
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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

Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 15
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5:27 pm - 11:59 pmSEA-MSY
4h 32mnonstop
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6:04 pm - 9:29 pmMSY-SEA
5h 25mnonstop
$237Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 6
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12:59 am - 9:37 amSEA-MSY
6h 38m1 stop
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6:21 am - 1:55 pmMSY-SEA
9h 34m1 stop
$238American Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
12:38 am - 9:58 amSEA-MSY
7h 20m1 stop
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5:15 am - 10:43 amMSY-SEA
7h 28m1 stop
$239American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 12:24 pmSEA-MSY
21h 15m1 stop
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4:58 pm - 11:53 amMSY-SEA
20h 55m2 stops
$241Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 15
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 8:55 pmSEA-MSY
12h 20m2 stops
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5:20 am - 10:15 amMSY-SEA
6h 55m1 stop
$244Southwest
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Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 9:51 pmSEA-MSY
7h 11m1 stop
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9:00 am - 3:44 pmMSY-SEA
8h 44m1 stop
$247United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 10 - Thu, Jun 11
Delta Logo
1:30 pm - 11:59 pmSEA-MSY
8h 29m1 stop
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2:55 pm - 11:27 pmMSY-SEA
10h 32m1 stop
$248Delta
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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
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1:01 pm - 9:07 amSEA-MSY
18h 06m2 stops
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12:14 pm - 10:06 amMSY-SEA
23h 52m1 stop
$249Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 2
Delta Logo
9:49 am - 8:28 pmSEA-MSY
8h 39m1 stop
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6:15 am - 6:23 pmMSY-SEA
14h 08m2 stops
$251Delta
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Thu, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 18
Frontier Logo
12:48 pm - 12:24 pmSEA-MSY
21h 36m1 stop
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3:39 pm - 1:54 pmMSY-SEA
24h 15m2 stops
$252Frontier
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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.

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Planning a trip from Seattle to New Orleans? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Thursday 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 September, where tickets cost $302 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $598 and $488 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.

No, with an average price for the route of $433, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$68
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Seattle to New Orleans

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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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Seattle to New Orleans was $68 for a one-way ticket and $237 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, Delta, and Air Canada 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 $479 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $416 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • 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 $234 or less one-way and $372 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?

 
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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Seattle to New Orleans

 
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I would like if it had happened already. I'm still waiting for it.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Nov 2025SEA - OAK
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I would like if it had happened already. I'm still waiting for it.

Pretzels are always a disappointment. Cheezits, Sun Chips, trail mix, anything else would be nice.

Its bumpy but I can say its safe flight ,Thanks Alaska airline for bringing me in my destination😊.

Almost 3 hr delay in Settle with very little information available to passengers. They boarded the plane and we waited for a long time inside the plane as well.

This was our first time flying with Alaska. It was a seamless experience, with comfortable seats and leg room. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Flight on time. Crew good. Seating Bad. Have to pay extra on a not cheap flight to avoid being next to toilet.

The crew was great! Passengers were nice. Just an fyi that I heard several of them complain that the snack was not gluten free. Many people got handed the snack and then promptly gave it back to the flight attendant. Might be good to look into another option as such a high percentage of people in CO and WA are gf. Cheers!

Food and entertainment not applicable - standard drinks and cinnamon cookies; crew did not do a song and dance for us so no entertainment. I like the slightly better leg room than American Airlines - at least it felt that way. Flight crew and atmosphere seemed more welcoming than American, too.

It was fine, mostly I was just happy to be on my last leg home. No in flight entertainment but that's forgivable since it was only a 2 hour flight.

Was delayed in Newark 24 hours due to mechanical problems. The staff was very helpful in trying to make the best of a trying situation. In SeaTac, they changed gates and times. Usually have no problems from SeaTac.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

Had to get off plane from prior flight even though I had to reboard same plane to continue to my final destination.

Everything a cheap airline should be at normal airline rates.

Plane crashed into a bus or some other vehicle on the ground while pulling out of the gate. No injuries, but wing tip was damaged and returned to gate for “maintenance issues” and we departed 5 hours later because the plane went out of service and new plane was flown in from a nearby airport, Midway.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Full cans of soda would be nice. A choice between two snacks would be appreciated.

Tried watching free movie and it kept freezing so I couldn’t finish.

All was good. I just had a hard time getting connected to the WiFi/internet during the flight

Sacrament staff are always polite and helpful. Airport is easy to maneuver and boarding is straightforward.

Great flight. Outstanding Service. Southwest was able to put us on a direct flight to Denver when the connection could have been affected by a later arrival to Baltimore. The direct flight was less expensive that the flight with the connection in Baltimore.

Flight delayed then cancelled. Misplaced luggage. Still do not have. Rented car 1100 mile drive. I had to buy some overnight Hotels clothes toiletries gas food at my expense. Still not home. Not sure where luggage is. Over 4 hours on hold to Felta

I truly love flying with Delta. They have always treated me with the upmost respect

Our flight attendant in FIRST CLASS was one of the worst I’ve ever had. She was not at all pleasant, nor particularly good at her service.

Everything went well and was good. Nothing exceptional, but no complaints either. Cheap seats are pretty comfortable.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They ended up paying for the bag twice, but the counter wouldn't take my baggage receipt. Left it to me to resolve. Not sure how to resolve the issue.

The customer service before board was very rude and when I expressed my concerns about making the connecting flight she laughed and told me I bought the wrong ticket. I explained once it showed the flight was delayed it no longer let me change seats or anything. I was trying to upgrade to make sure I would get to the next gate on time.

Non stop on long haul is the way to go. Great experience

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Older aircraft, no meal, only food was for purchase. Not impressed United.

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

Always wish for more healthy, gluten free options. We have to bring our own.

Having a long layover, I was very appreciative of the ability to stand by for an earlier flight. Other airlines like Delta have refused this to me in the past, just to be mean (because my ticket class wasn't high enough). United went out of their way to help me get to my destination early, which I really appreciated given that it was the third leg of a 24+ hour journey for me.

Other than a way way too cold cabinets for the entire flight, all was great

One bag is incorrect and not acceptable for an international flight. The food was not just good. I won't fly with them again.

Not pleasant trip cross country when the entertainment and WiFi system not working. No entertainment for entirety of route. Staff was rather nonchalant in that they dismissed the problem due to age of plane. It would have been nice to know this up front so I could have come prepared to read or download movies before boarding Coincidentally or not, there was a similar issue with the entertainment system on my previous flight I took on my fist leg of the trip. There are no seat TVs, so you must rely on the app when it works. United can do better. Also, what use it it to pay for boarding group 2 when half of the passengers are in the same line as you?

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

Premium Plus is a really good idea for longer flights

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

I have a gluten allergy so did have any food

I have a gluten allergy so didn't have any food

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

Everything was good The connects, with no blame to crew. Or pilots. I understand they are short staffed. Everything went well for me. I'll be using you guys again in May if not sooner.

this plane was really old, had exit row seats and tray was in arm of seat so super uncomfortable to use. another seat they could t even use the tray it was broke. seat i. front of me had duct tape on it cause seat was ripped open... this plane should either be updated or retired.

Baggage handling poor. Second time this has happened. My bag went to San Francisco instead of Fiji. No apology. Luckily Nadi airport staff are fantastic. My bag arrived in Fiji the next day.

We loved the steward on the plane. He made the night enjoyable

I enjoyed the extra leg room compared to other airlines. The first stewards made my daughter’s birthday special by giving her an extra snack. Then the last one coming home from Chicago to Appleton made our night really enjoyable Thanks for making our trip enjoyable

The flight was smooth, the pilot kept us informed about delays and we arrived more of less on time

Flight delay was communicated before leaving for airport which caused it to be a non-event. Great flight and crew!

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