What’s the fastest layover option from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 16m.

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?

Saturday 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 17% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Philadelphia and New Orleans have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 160 minutes.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $209.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 53m.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of 1-stop itineraries from Philadelphia to New Orleans on Cheapflights.

How popular is this Philadelphia to New Orleans flight route?

Within the past month, 40 users have taken a look at flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

How long is the flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Airlines like Southwest and United Airlines fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans in about 4h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 33m. The distance between Philadelphia and New Orleans is about 1088 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans round-trip from $112. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $118, and Delta, from $196. Users have found that JetBlue is 73% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $78 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $90 and Southwest from $99 one-way.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to New Orleans

The most flights from PHL to MSY are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to New Orleans is $140. On average you can expect to pay $370. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $204.

What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans are American Airlines (69%), PSA Airlines (63%) and Frontier (48%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Consider American Airlines, Frontier or Southwest when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans.

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What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

If you book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you will be flying from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong. Flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) from Philadelphia (PHL) take 2h 59m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans per day from 6 airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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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 August 17, 2026.

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Best flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.

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Last-minute flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Discover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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One-way flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Search for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.

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$93

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$94

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Round-trip from	$242 (Kiwi.com)
One-way from	$78 (Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest in	February
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Good round-trip deal	$376 or less
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Sat 11/14

11:30 am-3:25 pm

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Tue 11/17

12:45 pm-10:05 pm

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Thu 9/10

12:45 pm-7:50 pm

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7:10 am-4:00 pm

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Wed 10/28

10:30 am-7:58 pm

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11:30 am-7:10 pm

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Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
Super.com	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDeal	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

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Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 32 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans (average of $334). Flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans in May is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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?

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 43% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Philadelphia to New Orleans flights typically cost between $301 and $558 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $242 on Frontier (Sep 14-Sep 19).

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican 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.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,217 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,217 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,217 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Delta

7.8

Good

8,505 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,217 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

American Airlines

7.1

Good

11,946 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,217 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

JetBlue

7.1

Good

3,031 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,217 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Frontier

5.6

Fair

2,682 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,217 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

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What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
If you book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you will be flying from Philadelphia to Louis Armstrong. Flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) from Philadelphia (PHL) take 2h 59m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans per day from 6 airlines.
How popular is this Philadelphia to New Orleans flight route?
Within the past month, 40 users have taken a look at flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Airlines like Southwest and United Airlines fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans in about 4h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 33m. The distance between Philadelphia and New Orleans is about 1088 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans round-trip from $112. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $118, and Delta, from $196. Users have found that JetBlue is 73% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $78 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $90 and Southwest from $99 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans are American Airlines (69%), PSA Airlines (63%) and Frontier (48%).
What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to New Orleans is $140. On average you can expect to pay $370. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $204.
Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans (average of $334). Flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans in May is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
JetBlue	Cheapest$112	Average$380	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Frontier	Cheapest$118	Average$305	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$196	Average$496	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$214	Average$479	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$285	Average$503	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$447	Average$786	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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$78+ 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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

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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 August 17, 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 August 17, 2026.

Best flights from Philadelphia to New OrleansDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.

Discover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.

Last-minute flights from Philadelphia to New OrleansDiscover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 32 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.

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHL to MSY?

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 43% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Philadelphia to New Orleans flights typically cost between $301 and $558 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $242 on Frontier (Sep 14-Sep 19).

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to New Orleans

The most flights from PHL to MSY are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Philadelphia and New Orleans have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 160 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?

Saturday 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 17% of flights being delayed.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of 1-stop itineraries from Philadelphia to New Orleans on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $209.

What’s the fastest layover option from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 16m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 53m.

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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans
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 August 17, 2026.

Best flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.

Last-minute flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Discover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.

One-way flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Search for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.

Philadelphia to New Orleans flights typically cost between $301 and $558 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $242 on Frontier (Sep 14-Sep 19).