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$39+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans (PHL - MSY)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — MSY
Feb 14 — Feb 211
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 15, 2026.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $175 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $39 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $308 |
Good round-trip deal | $243 or less |
Good one-way deal | $170 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to New OrleansExplore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/201:40 pm
PHL
- MSY
1 stop8h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 1/247:42 pm
MSY
- PHL
1 stop12h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/13![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:50 pm
PHL
- MSY
1 stop16h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/248:36 pm
MSY
- PHL
2 stops18h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$176
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/28:15 am
PHL
- MSY
Nonstop3h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/203:30 pm
MSY
- PHL
1 stop7h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/104:06 pm
PHL
- MSY
Nonstop3h 24m
Frontier
Fri 2/1312:16 pm
MSY
- PHL
Nonstop2h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13![Frontier logo]()
$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/912:24 pm
PHL
- MSY
1 stop6h 36m
Frontier
Sat 2/146:52 am
MSY
- PHL
1 stop10h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14![Frontier logo]()
$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/143:02 pm
PHL
- MSY
1 stop19h 57m
Frontier
Sat 2/211:38 pm
MSY
- PHL
1 stop7h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/167:18 pm
PHL
- MSY
1 stop16h 41m
Frontier
Fri 2/2012:16 pm
MSY
- PHL
Nonstop2h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13![Frontier logo]()
$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/27:04 pm
PHL
- MSY
2 stops14h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/76:05 am
MSY
- PHL
1 stop8h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$183
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1112:40 pm
PHL
- MSY
1 stop7h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/1410:15 am
MSY
- PHL
1 stop12h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/13![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/185:30 am
PHL
- MSY
1 stop6h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/287:42 pm
MSY
- PHL
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/256:08 pm
PHL
- MSY
1 stop6h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/307:27 pm
MSY
- PHL
1 stop12h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/13![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$186
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/263:15 pm
PHL
- MSY
1 stop23h 43m
Frontier
Mon 3/28:46 pm
MSY
- PHL
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13![Frontier logo]()
$187
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans that are best for you.
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PhiladelphiaNew Orleans
PHL - MSY
PHLMSY
Philadelphia
Wed 3/4
5:30 am-11:01 am
1 stop6h 31m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 3/7
6:20 am-7:52 pm
1 stop12h 32m
$232
PhiladelphiaNew Orleans
PHL - MSY
PHLMSY
Philadelphia
Fri 5/15
5:18 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop5h 47m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 5/18
10:32 am-5:38 pm
1 stop6h 06m
$236
PhiladelphiaNew Orleans
PHL - MSY
PHLMSY
Philadelphia
Sun 2/22
6:00 am-2:00 pm
1 stop9h 00m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 2/24
6:00 am-2:07 pm
1 stop7h 07m
$246
PhiladelphiaNew Orleans
PHL - MSY
PHLMSY
Philadelphia
Sat 2/7
11:50 am-5:20 pm
1 stop6h 30m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 2/10
3:20 pm-9:55 pm
1 stop5h 35m
$254
PhiladelphiaNew Orleans
PHL - MSY
PHLMSY
Philadelphia
Sat 4/4
5:01 am-9:34 am
1 stop5h 33m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 4/11
3:30 pm-12:16 am
2 stops7h 46m
$345
PhiladelphiaNew Orleans
PHL - MSY
PHLMSY
Philadelphia
Fri 2/27
6:20 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop5h 25m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 3/1
8:00 am-6:05 pm
2 stops9h 05m
$351
PhiladelphiaNew Orleans
PHL - MSY
PHLMSY
Philadelphia
Wed 6/17
4:56 pm-10:21 pm
1 stop6h 25m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 6/20
8:00 am-1:51 pm
1 stop4h 51m
$359
PhiladelphiaNew Orleans
PHL - MSY
PHLMSY
Philadelphia
Sat 3/28
7:25 pm-9:44 pm
Nonstop3h 19m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 4/1
7:00 am-12:55 pm
1 stop4h 55m
$369
PhiladelphiaNew Orleans
PHL - MSY
PHLMSY
Philadelphia
Wed 4/15
11:35 am-7:10 pm
2 stops8h 35m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 4/18
12:30 pm-9:35 pm
2 stops8h 05m
$379
PhiladelphiaNew Orleans
PHL - MSY
PHLMSY
Philadelphia
Wed 4/29
11:35 am-7:30 pm
2 stops8h 55m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 5/2
12:30 pm-9:35 pm
2 stops8h 05m
$385
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans in January.
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Philadelphia-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans (average of $69). Flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $113). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHL to MSY?
Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 15, 2026.
When flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 44% versus a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Philadelphia and New Orleans have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 152 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Philadelphia to New Orleans flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Philadelphia to New Orleans flights?
Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Nashville (BNA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Philadelphia to New Orleans on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Detroit (DTW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $187.
What’s the fastest layover option from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Nashville (BNA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 43m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Miami (MIA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 55m.
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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Orleans. Reviews last updated January 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Philadelphia to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Top 7 airlines flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 15, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$85 | Average$186 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$98 | Average$253 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$249 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$190 | Average$271 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$214 | Average$558 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$227 | Average$471 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$316 | Average$893 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |