Question 1

How long is the flight to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

The duration of your flight to New Orleans depends on your departure and arrival airports. Obviously any flights that include a layover will also be longer. The most popular routes to New Orleans on KAYAK are from Miami, which takes 2h 06m, Newark, which takes 3h 03m, New York, which takes 3h 11m, and Los Angeles, which takes 3h 32m.

Question 2

What is the cheapest flight to New Orleans?

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In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight to New Orleans was $38 for a one-way ticket from Newark and $60 for a round-trip. The most popular route searched for by our users was for flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans and the best round-trip deal found in the last 3 days was $140. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

Which airlines fly to New Orleans?

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Southwest, American Airlines, and United Airlines usually have the most frequent connections from United States to New Orleans. See the amount of flights per week for popular airlines flying to New Orleans. <a href='/flight-routes/United-States-US0/New-Orleans-Louis-Armstrong-MSY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

How far is New Orleans from central New Orleans?

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New Orleans is 11 miles from the center of New Orleans. <a href='/flight-routes/United-States-US0/New-Orleans-Louis-Armstrong-MSY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

What is the name of New Orleans’s airport?

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New Orleans is served by New Orleans, also commonly referred to as Louis Armstrong, Louis Armstrong New Orleans, or Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. The airport code is MSY. <a href='/flight-routes/United-States-US0/New-Orleans-Louis-Armstrong-MSY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

How many cities have direct flights to New Orleans?

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From the United States, there are direct flights to New Orleans from 34 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Houston Hobby Airport, with 133 direct flights each week.

Question 7

What are the layover options for flights to New Orleans?

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Your layover alternatives for flights to New Orleans depend on your departure city or your choice of airline. If you are flying from New York, both United Airlines and Spirit Airlines will disembark at Chicago O’Hare (ORD), while American Airlines flights will land at Charlotte. For flights from Los Angeles, Spirit Airlines commonly makes stops in Dallas and Las Vegas, while American Airlines flights stop in Dallas, and United Airlines flights stop in Houston.

Question 8

What hotels offer complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport?

Accepted Answer

New Orleans is one of the tourism capitals of the U.S. Many hotels in the vicinity provide complimentary shuttle services to and from New Orleans International Airport. To name just a few options, the Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Airport, Comfort Inn New Orleans Airport, and Radisson Hotel New Orleans Airport are all located within miles of the airport and offer complimentary shuttles.

Question 9

Are there any accessible services at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)?

Accepted Answer

MSY provides accessible services for travelers with disabilities, including support through the Hidden Disabilities Program for conditions such as autism and lupus. Family care rooms, equipped with adult-changing tables, are available on Level 2. Wheelchair assistance, in accordance with the Air Carrier Accessibility Act (ACAA), is offered from curbside to ticket counters and gates. This service can be requested when booking your flight on the airline's website, at the ticket counter, or from gate agents on the day of travel. Visual paging is also accessible throughout the premises in conjunction with FIDS.

Question 10

Where can I relax at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)?

Accepted Answer

New Orleans Airport features three lounges for passengers to unwind and relax. The Club MSY is located adjacent to the entrance to Concourse B, offering cuisines by Louisiana chef John Folse, along with workstations and showers. Access to the lounge can be obtained by purchasing a day pass either in person or through Lounge Pass. United Airlines has a lounge on Concourse C at a gate not far from Delta SkyClub. Access to these lounges is exclusive to members, and they also provide amenities such as magazines, food, and drinks.

Question 11

Does Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport (MSY) offer a cellphone lot for those picking up passengers?

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MSY boasts a cell phone lot ideally situated at the corner of Hollande Street and Airline Drive. Individuals meeting travelers are advised to wait in this designated area for passengers to call them after disembarking from their flight and retrieving their bags, as waiting or parking at the curbside of the airport's terminal buildings is not permitted. Additionally, please note that parking in the cell phone lot is allowed for a maximum of one hour.

Question 12

What facilities are available for pets at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)?

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Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) understands that the quickest way to a customer’s heart is through their pets. Pet relief areas are available both inside and outside the terminal. The airport's indoor pet relief area is situated post-security in the main terminal, near Shake Shack on the way to Concourse B.

Question 13

What are the restaurant options at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)?

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The Big Easy is famous for more than just music; its cuisine also attracts tourists from all around the world. Visitors can experience homegrown Cajun cooking right after their flight to New Orleans at restaurants like Creole Kitchen, Copeland's Gourmet Kitchen, and Dooky Chase. If you like sweet snacks, check out West Beignets or Praline Connection.

Question 14

What is there to do while in New Orleans International Airport (MSY)?

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New Orleans International Airport (MSY) has invested in artwork of all forms to enhance the traveling experience for visitors. One notable piece is The Treewall, a three-story artwork depicting an oak tree. An art brochure, providing details about the various artworks, is available for free at the Information Booth on Level 2 of Concourse C.

Question 15

How much is a flight to New Orleans?

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On average, a flight to New Orleans costs $203. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $18 and departed from Tampa Airport.

Question 16

What is the cheapest day to fly to New Orleans?

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Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to New Orleans is Tuesday where tickets can be as cheap as $284. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Thursday, where prices are $331 on average.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

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The cheapest month for flights to New Orleans is September, where tickets cost $223 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and May, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $343 and $337 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is August with an average price of $215.

Question 18

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

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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 to New Orleans. <a href='/flight-routes/United-States-US0/New-Orleans-Louis-Armstrong-MSY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

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

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KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/United-States-US0/New-Orleans-Louis-Armstrong-MSY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

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

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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 with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/United-States-US0/New-Orleans-Louis-Armstrong-MSY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

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

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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 up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/United-States-US0/New-Orleans-Louis-Armstrong-MSY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

How much is a flight to New Orleans?

Accepted Answer

On average, a flight to New Orleans costs $203. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $18 and departed from Tampa. The most popular routes on KAYAK are New York to New Orleans which costs $271 on average, and Chicago to New Orleans, which costs $274 on average.

Question 23

Which airline offers the most flights to New Orleans?

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Of the 11 airlines that fly to New Orleans, Southwest offers the most flights, with around 499 per week, followed by American Airlines with 208 flights per week.

Question 24

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans?

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The cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans is generally at night, when flights cost $248 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New Orleans is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $306.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 28 days before departure.

Question 26

How many direct flights to New Orleans are there each day?

Accepted Answer

There are around 173 direct flights from within United States to New Orleans every day. Most flights depart in the morning, with 8:00 am the most common departure time and 49% of flights departing in the morning.

Question 27

How many direct flights to New Orleans are there each week?

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Each week there are around 1,207 direct flights from within United States to New Orleans. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 28

What is a good deal for flights to New Orleans?

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If you’re looking for cheap airfare to New Orleans, 25% of our users found tickets to New Orleans for the following prices or less: From Tampa $31 one-way - $72 round-trip, from Fort Lauderdale $44 one-way - $91 round-trip, from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport $49 one-way - $151 round-trip.

Question 29

How many long-haul flights are there to New Orleans each week?

Accepted Answer

Each week, there are 28 medium-haul flights (3-6 hour flight duration) and 1,100 short-haul flights (up to 3 hour flight duration) to New Orleans. There aren't any long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration).

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