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Philadelphia.$249 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Sun, 27 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $249, select.
Philadelphia.$258 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $258, select.
Philadelphia.$265 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Sun, 17 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $265, select.
Philadelphia.$295 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $295, select.
Philadelphia.$307 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $307, select.
Philadelphia.$322 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Jun, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
Philadelphia.$322 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Mon, 21 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
Philadelphia.$323 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 25 May, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.

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New Orleans to Philadelphia: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$249
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week38

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

There are 6 airports in Philadelphia: Philadelphia International, Blue Bell, Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer, Greater Wilmington, Atlantic City International, and Allentown.
The best price we found for a return flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia is $249. 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.
2 hours and 51 minutes is the average flight time from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and PSA Airlines fly direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia.
As of May 2025, there are 38 flights per week flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia.
The cheapest month to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, the cheapest airport near Philadelphia is Philadelphia International – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Philadelphia. We've found flights into this airport from $249.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Philadelphia on Thursday, 24 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 51 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. July is typically the warmest month in Philadelphia, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Philadelphia.

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

  • Hop on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of New Orleans, where Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located.

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most traveled route, with 19 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from MSY to PHL is with Frontier Airlines at 21:28. Choose the first departure with American Airlines at 05:46 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MSY to Philadelphia flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia tickets are available for booking. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is where you'll be touching down.

  • Be on the lookout for deals with American Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia.

  • MSY is about 19 kilometres from central New Orleans. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near MSY. Whether you're catching an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.19% of flights that take off from MSY arrive at their destination on time.

  • You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.

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

  • $111 is currently the best price for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return flight ticket starts at $249. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Lock in cheap flights from MSY to Philadelphia by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • May is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from MSY to Philadelphia is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Save money on your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and see more of Philadelphia and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MSY to Philadelphia.

  • You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

  • Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. After your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can check in after your MSY to Philadelphia flight:

  • Budget, National and Enterprise make collecting a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.

  • The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Philadelphia

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Philadelphia in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • Book a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from MSY to Philadelphia in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

More about Philadelphia

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Boston is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without visiting Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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