Cheap Flights from Phoenix (PHX) to New Orleans (MSY)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Phoenix Sky Harbor to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights are currently cheapest in May.

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

Phoenix to New Orleans: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$309
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week30

Finding cheap flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor to New Orleans Louis Armstrong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is $309. 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 57 minutes is the average flight time from Phoenix Sky Harbor to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Phoenix Sky Harbor to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
As of May 2025, there are 30 flights per week flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport on Monday, 26 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 57 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, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

  • New Orleans is two hours ahead of Phoenix and observes the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 15 weekly Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flights. The 08:00 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:15.

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

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • American Airlines offers direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in New Orleans — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering PHX to MSY flights. A dependable 82.22% of its services on this route land as scheduled.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between PHX and MSY include:

    • Dallas Love Field Airport

    • William P. Hobby Airport

    • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

  • At the moment, $149 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $309. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from PHX to MSY, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from PHX to MSY is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

  • 82.57% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from PHX.

  • To reach Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport from central Phoenix, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near PHX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

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

  • MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of New Orleans. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 50 minutes.

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

  • The quietest month for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May, while October is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit New Orleans based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in New Orleans is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from PHX to MSY in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Baton Rouge is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen New Orleans. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts.

  • Montgomery is another essential stop in United States and is around 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. No trip is complete without seeing Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.

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