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Flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New Orleans.$184 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $184, select.
New Orleans.$273 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 30 May, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.
New Orleans.$293 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.
New Orleans.$294 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $294, select.
New Orleans.$294 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $294, select.
New Orleans.$309 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.
New Orleans.$317 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $317, select.
New Orleans.$317 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $317, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $437
Jun
from $184
Jul
from $294
Aug
from $317
Sep
from $294
Oct
from $321
Nov
from $324
Dec
from $766
Jan
from $769
Feb
from $1,177
Mar
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Apr
from $1,054

Direct flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong: Alternative routes

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

Philadelphia to New Orleans: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$184
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week42

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is $184. 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 8 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and PSA Airlines fly direct from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
As of May 2025, there are 42 flights per week flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport on Friday, 27 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 8 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is Frontier Airlines .

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

  • Start planning your holiday by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). Explore the options for taking off from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), two of the city's main airports.

  • Hop on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 9 minutes.

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located in New Orleans. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 1 hour behind Philadelphia.

  • The most popular route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), with 29 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHL to MSY is the 06:00 Frontier Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 19:49 with American Airlines.

  • Your flight from Philadelphia to MSY won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • If you're getting away during a peak month like August, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) can be booked from this terminal.

  • When departing from PHL, you can catch a direct flight from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport with Frontier Airlines.

  • The distance from central Philadelphia to PHL is around 19 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.

  • Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

About Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

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

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport takes about 52 minutes.

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

  • For a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, $92 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from $184. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.

  • Book 8 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Philadelphia to MSY.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to MSY is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Personalise your trip with filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.

The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

  • October is the most popular month to board a flight from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to New Orleans, consider your preferred travel pace and style.

  • The warmest month in New Orleans is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from Philadelphia to MSY in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 18ºC on average.

More about New Orleans

  • Start your New Orleans trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. French Quarter, Jackson Square and Cafe Du Monde are top sights which should feature on any well-planned New Orleans itinerary.

Complete your New Orleans trip with a car rental

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