Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
The timezone in Miami is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of New Orleans.
Flights from MSY to MIA start from 06:00 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 21:15 with Spirit Airlines. Overall, there are 39 weekly Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MSY to MIA flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like October? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Miami (and then other destinations in United States) is easy. You can fly nonstop with:
American Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With a dependable 84.62% of services arriving as planned, Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier for MSY to MIA flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MSY and MIA include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Orlando International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Miami International Airport (MIA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport flight is $67. A return ticket is currently $133. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from MSY to MIA by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MSY to MIA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport.
Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
81.19% of flights departing from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of MSY.
To reach Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport from central New Orleans, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MSY? If you're boarding an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)
Consider staying in a hotel near MIA if you're taking a late Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Miami International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from A&G Car Hire, MLC or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Miami and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Miami International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Miami International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Miami. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Miami. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Miami International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Miami during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MSY to MIA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Miami, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 338 kilometres north-west to Tampa to check off its leading sights. From Ybor City Tattoo Company to Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, consider Orlando, roughly 338 kilometres north of Miami. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are the start of reasons to visit.
