Cheap flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans (PHL - MSY) from $46

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/25. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
PHL — MSY
Oct 1 — Oct 81

The best prices from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or September, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to New Orleans (MSY)

All the information you need to plan the best PHL to MSY flight in 2023: compare Philadelphia to New Orleans flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in New Orleans.

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November

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August

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$245

One-way from

$78
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 30% potential price drop
From Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

PHL - MSY

Price

$245 - $482

MSY

Temperature

51.8 - 82.4 °F

MSY

Rainfall

3.3 - 6.4 inches

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

Saturday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to New Orleans.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans, book at least 14 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 7% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $233 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $263.

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

August can be a great time to fly to New Orleans from Philadelphia with a flight ticket averaging about $267. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of August for as cheap as $117. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of November.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans (PHL - 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 morning, which can drop the price by up to 44% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Frontier flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans

Find some of the cheapest Frontier flights traveling from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Philadelphia to New Orleans is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $530.80 RT. This price is typically 13% cheaper than other airlines that offer Philadelphia to New Orleans flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $188. Philadelphia Airport is the most common Philadelphia airport to take off from when flying to New Orleans. New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is the most popular arrival airport in New Orleans. When flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans, Frontier flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans

Have a look at some of the cheapest available Spirit Airlines flights departing from Philadelphia and landing in New Orleans. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
  • If you’re traveling from Philadelphia to New Orleans, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Philadelphia to New Orleans flights are typically 53% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $216.79 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $80. When traveling from Philadelphia to New Orleans on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Philadelphia Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. When flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans, Spirit Airlines flights are -17% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Philadelphia to New Orleans flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for PHL to MSY flights for September, October
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Philadelphia to New Orleans 2023 flight deals

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Non-stop flights to New Orleans from Philadelphia

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One-way flights to New Orleans from Philadelphia

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Wed 10/18

1 stop6h 26m

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Nonstop2h 48m

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Tue 11/28

Nonstop3h 25m

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Nonstop2h 43m

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Tue 10/17

1 stop13h 49m

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Nonstop2h 48m

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Sat 12/2

1 stop22h 35m

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Nonstop2h 43m

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Fri 10/20

1 stop11h 57m

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Nonstop2h 48m

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Wed 10/18

1 stop6h 26m

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Nonstop2h 48m

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Thu 11/16

1 stop13h 08m

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Nonstop2h 43m

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Wed 10/11

1 stop5h 56m

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1 stop7h 25m

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Sun 10/29

Nonstop3h 01m

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Nonstop2h 45m

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Philadelphia to New Orleans. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was great. Yes, the flight was delayed but there was a very good reason for it.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was great. Yes, the flight was delayed but there was a very good reason for it.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was great. Yes, the flight was delayed but there was a very good reason for it.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was great. Yes, the flight was delayed but there was a very good reason for it.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,483 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was great. Yes, the flight was delayed but there was a very good reason for it.

Frontier
5.8
Fair
762 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was great. Yes, the flight was delayed but there was a very good reason for it.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Philadelphia to New Orleans flights.

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 53m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans per day from 6 airlines.

Can I find flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $67, but on average you can expect to pay $90.

Are there nonstop flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans is less than $144.

Are there last-minute flights available from Philadelphia to New Orleans for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

How popular is this Philadelphia to New Orleans flight route?

How many flights depart from Philadelphia to New Orleans on average per day?

On average 5 flights depart from Philadelphia to New Orleans per day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 40% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 20% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 40% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Airlines like Frontier and Spirit Airlines fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans in about 3h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 31m. The distance between Philadelphia and New Orleans is about 1094 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 $68. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Spirit Airlines. Users have found that Frontier is 74% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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 Frontier (94%), PSA Airlines (79%) and American Airlines (73%).

What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to New Orleans is $31. On average you can expect to pay $650. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $67.

What does PHL to MSY mean?

PHL stands for Philadelphia Airport, while MSY stands for New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

Alternative routes for Philadelphia to New Orleans

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Top 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Philadelphia to New Orleans choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$80Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$205Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$412Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to New Orleans

See what time of day planes typically take off from Philadelphia to New Orleans
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10%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
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Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to New Orleans

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Sunday2daily flights
Monday3daily flights
Tuesday1daily flight
Wednesday2daily flights
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Friday3daily flights
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