Cheap Flights from New York (EWR) to New Orleans (MSY)

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The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the New York Newark Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Cheapest month:August
Most expensive month:April

Direct flights from New York Newark to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

New York Newark to New Orleans Louis Armstrong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York Newark to New Orleans below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

New York to New Orleans: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$211
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week61

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to New Orleans Louis Armstrong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is $211. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
United, Air Canada and Lufthansa fly direct from New York Newark to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
As of June 2025, there are 61 flights per week flying from New York Newark to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport on Tuesday, 9 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New Orleans is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in New Orleans is UTC-5, which is one hour behind New York.

  • Flights from EWR to MSY start at 05:00 — the first with Spirit Airlines. The last departure is at 22:50 with Spirit Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 40 weekly Newark Liberty International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your EWR to MSY flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Flying into New Orleans (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Spirit Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Spirit Airlines on this route.

  • United Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for EWR to MSY flights, with 80.0% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EWR and MSY:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • John Glenn Columbus International Airport

    • Nashville International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

  • Currently, $106 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $211. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from EWR to MSY.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from EWR to MSY.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • 73.3% of flights that take off from Newark Liberty International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Central New York to Newark Liberty International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near EWR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans

  • You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to central New Orleans has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

  • October is the most popular month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to New Orleans in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in New Orleans, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from EWR to MSY in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited New Orleans, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 121 kilometres north-west to Baton Rouge to tick off its must-visit sights. From Louisiana State Capitol to Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Montgomery, roughly 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church are key highlights.

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