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$88+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans (PHL - MSY)

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PHL — MSY
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in January or August, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$171
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$88
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$281

Good round-trip deal

$225 or less

Good one-way deal

$88 or less
From Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($17 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 July 3, 2025.

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Thu 8/76:13 amPHL - MSY
1 stop6h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/1212:48 pmMSY - PHL
1 stop9h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$171
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/313:21 pmPHL - MSY
1 stop4h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/49:28 pmMSY - PHL
Nonstop2h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$172
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Fri 10/106:24 pmPHL - MSY
Nonstop3h 09mFrontier
Mon 10/139:28 pmMSY - PHL
Nonstop2h 46mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$175
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Sat 8/166:00 amPHL - MSY
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Wed 8/206:30 amMSY - PHL
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/297:41 pmPHL - MSY
Nonstop3h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/27:04 amMSY - PHL
Nonstop2h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$189
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:00 amPHL - MSY
1 stop7h 04mJetBlue
Mon 11/171:00 pmMSY - PHL
1 stop7h 36mJetBlue
Deal found 7/1$207
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Wed 11/126:00 amPHL - MSY
1 stop5h 32mDelta
Wed 11/195:15 pmMSY - PHL
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/2$217

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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

Thu 8/7

6:13 am-11:43 am

1 stop6h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/12

12:48 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$171

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Thu 7/31

3:21 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop4h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/4

9:28 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop2h 57m

$172

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Fri 10/10

6:24 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/13

9:28 pm-1:14 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$175

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Sat 8/16

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/20

6:30 am-1:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$178

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Fri 8/29

7:41 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop3h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/2

7:04 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 51m

$189

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Tue 11/11

6:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/17

1:00 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$207

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/19

5:15 pm-12:23 am

1 stop6h 08m

$217

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Fri 7/18

6:22 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$88

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Fri 8/1

9:15 pm-6:55 am

1 stop10h 40m

$92

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Tue 8/12

3:40 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$95

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The best insider tips for Philadelphia to New Orleans flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Philadelphia to New Orleans trip
Airports
PHL

For quick check-ins, verify your airline’s terminal before arriving. Terminals are spread out, and only B and C, and D and E are linked by indoor walkways.

Read more about PHLby Mark Chesnut
MSY

Taxis from MSY to downtown New Orleans are usually cheaper than rideshares. They offer a flat rate and are readily available outside baggage claim.

Read more about MSYby Brandon Schultz
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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans

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 June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 76 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 July 3, 2025.

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 34% versus a flight in the morning.

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 June 29, 2025.

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. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 58m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans per day from 6 airlines.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to New Orleans flight route?

  • 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 $171. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $175, and Southwest, from $178. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 52% 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 $88 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $92 and Southwest from $95 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 (74%), PSA Airlines (71%) and Qatar Airways (56%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to New Orleans is $59. On average you can expect to pay $255. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $138.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Atlanta?

    Atlanta travelers tend to visit Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola more than anywhere else. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those on a layover in Atlanta in need of a rental car can book one at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for about $47.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Charlotte?

    If you're on a layover in Charlotte and looking for things to do, consider visiting Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, or NASCAR Hall of Fame. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Those looking to explore during their layover in Charlotte can rent a car from Charlotte Douglas for about $43 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Philadelphia to New Orleans flights?

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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

Discover the top 6 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$92Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$126Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$200Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$223Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$327Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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