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

Nashville (BNA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $151.

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

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 25% of 1-stop itineraries from Seattle to New Orleans on Cheapflights.

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

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

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

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 00m.

How popular is this Seattle to New Orleans flight route?

Within the past month, 11 users have taken a look at flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

How long is the flight from Seattle to New Orleans?

Departing from Seattle to New Orleans will take you 7h 47m. The distance between Seattle and New Orleans is about 2082 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

According to our current data, Frontier ($133), Spirit Airlines ($150), and Southwest ($194) offers the cheapest pricing from Seattle to New Orleans. These flights start at 68% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $80. United Airlines flights start at $103 while deals on American Airlines start at $108 one-way.

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to New Orleans

The most flights from SEA to MSY are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 Seattle to New Orleans?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Seattle to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $365, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $193. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $215.

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

Before booking your flight to New Orleans from Seattle, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Tahiti Nui (67%), Alaska Airlines (65%), Hawaiian Airlines( 59%).

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

Before booking your flight from Seattle to New Orleans check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta.

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

Seattle to New Orleans flights have a layover in Dallas most often.

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

Flights departing from Seattle and landing in New Orleans layover in Denver least frequently.

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

American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion are currently the most popular points of interest in Dallas at the moment. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion can be visited by traveling about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $48.

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

Wednesday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Seattle 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 Seattle to New Orleans?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 49 days in advance, which can save you up to 57% on flights from Seattle to New Orleans compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 49 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $438. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $468.

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

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Seattle. Users have commonly found prices around $425 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $194. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in February.

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

New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Booking flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to New Orleans from 8 different airlines. 4h 32m is how long a flight from Seattle to New Orleans Louis Armstrong will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle 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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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Seattle to New Orleans?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Seattle to New Orleans flights typically cost between $237 and $423 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $233 on United Airlines (Oct 11-Oct 18).

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Cheapest flights from Seattle to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

Sat 10/1110:25 amSEA - MSY

1 stop9h 06mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/188:14 amMSY - SEA

1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$233

Mon 10/611:16 pmSEA - MSY

Nonstop4h 33mHawaiian Airlines

Wed 10/157:09 amMSY - SEA

Nonstop5h 23mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$235

Thu 10/21:00 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines

Tue 10/78:05 amMSY - SEA

1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$236

Mon 10/2011:16 pmSEA - MSY

Nonstop4h 33mAlaska Airlines

Thu 10/307:00 amMSY - SEA

Nonstop5h 20mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$237

Fri 10/241:02 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop14h 29mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/2710:48 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$238

Thu 10/3010:08 amSEA - MSY

1 stop17h 23mMultiple Airlines

Mon 11/310:48 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$239

Tue 11/412:58 pmSEA - MSY

2 stops30h 52mMultiple Airlines

Mon 11/107:45 pmMSY - SEA

1 stop18h 28mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$240

Thu 10/301:18 pmSEA - MSY

2 stops25h 48mFrontier

Mon 11/36:01 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops20h 12mFrontier

Deal found 9/13

$241

Mon 11/179:08 amSEA - MSY

1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/186:10 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops20h 03mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$242

Sat 10/118:43 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/1310:48 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops15h 19mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$244

Tue 12/237:00 amSEA - MSY

2 stops10h 00mSouthwest

Fri 12/263:35 pmMSY - SEA

1 stop11h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 9/14

$246

Best flights from Seattle to New Orleans
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Seattle to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Tue 9/308:00 amSEA - MSY

2 stops10h 00mSouthwest

Fri 10/312:15 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops9h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$263

Wed 1/2810:00 amSEA - MSY

1 stop8h 55mAlaska Airlines

Tue 2/38:30 amMSY - SEA

Nonstop5h 26mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$267

Fri 11/212:11 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop7h 47mDelta

Mon 11/246:30 amMSY - SEA

1 stop10h 14mDelta

Deal found 9/15

$277

Fri 11/1411:59 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines

Mon 11/175:17 pmMSY - SEA

1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$287

Fri 12/510:21 amSEA - MSY

Nonstop4h 43mHawaiian Airlines

Mon 12/87:00 amMSY - SEA

Nonstop5h 30mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$293

Sun 11/166:35 amSEA - MSY

2 stops12h 20mSouthwest

Wed 11/193:55 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops9h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 9/13

$276

Fri 10/242:10 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop7h 57mDelta

Sat 10/256:30 amMSY - SEA

1 stop10h 14mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$277

Thu 12/45:40 amSEA - MSY

1 stop6h 10mSouthwest

Mon 12/84:25 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops8h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 9/14

$276

Sun 11/99:40 amSEA - MSY

Nonstop4h 39mHawaiian Airlines

Sat 11/157:00 amMSY - SEA

Nonstop5h 20mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$308

Mon 2/910:00 amSEA - MSY

Nonstop4h 32mAlaska Airlines

Fri 2/138:30 amMSY - SEA

Nonstop5h 26mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$313

Mon 10/65:15 amSEA - MSY

1 stop9h 35mSouthwest

Wed 10/159:00 amMSY - SEA

2 stops12h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 9/14

$292

Thu 11/205:59 pmSEA - MSY

Nonstop4h 35mHawaiian Airlines

Sun 11/237:00 amMSY - SEA

Nonstop5h 29mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$323

Last-minute flights from Seattle to New Orleans
Discover last-minute flight deals from Seattle to New Orleans. Data last updated September 15, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 9/2410:45 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop6h 45mSouthwest

Wed 10/224:45 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops9h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 9/14

$246

Thu 10/21:00 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines

Tue 10/78:05 amMSY - SEA

1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$236

Mon 10/611:16 pmSEA - MSY

Nonstop4h 33mHawaiian Airlines

Wed 10/157:09 amMSY - SEA

Nonstop5h 23mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$235

Sat 10/1110:25 amSEA - MSY

1 stop9h 06mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/188:14 amMSY - SEA

1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$233

Sat 10/118:43 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/1310:48 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops15h 19mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$244

Fri 10/1711:10 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines

Mon 10/203:25 pmMSY - SEA

1 stop9h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$247

Mon 10/2011:16 pmSEA - MSY

Nonstop4h 33mAlaska Airlines

Thu 10/307:00 amMSY - SEA

Nonstop5h 20mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$237

Fri 10/241:02 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop14h 29mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/2710:48 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$238

Thu 10/3010:08 amSEA - MSY

1 stop17h 23mMultiple Airlines

Mon 11/310:48 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$239

Thu 10/301:18 pmSEA - MSY

2 stops25h 48mFrontier

Mon 11/36:01 pmMSY - SEA

2 stops20h 12mFrontier

Deal found 9/14

$241

One-way flights from Seattle to New Orleans
Search for one-way flight options from Seattle to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Tue 9/3010:45 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop7h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 9/13

$80

Fri 12/1210:05 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop11h 48mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$103

Fri 10/241:02 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop14h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$107

Wed 1/712:27 amSEA - MSY

1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$108

Mon 11/106:35 amSEA - MSY

2 stops12h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 9/15

$113

Thu 11/69:08 amSEA - MSY

1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$114

Sun 10/128:43 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop19h 55mFrontier

Deal found 9/12

$115

Thu 12/1111:41 amSEA - MSY

1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$116

Fri 11/217:25 amSEA - MSY

2 stops14h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 9/15

$118

Sat 11/1512:58 pmSEA - MSY

1 stop28h 02mFrontier

Deal found 9/14

$124

Tue 1/1310:00 amSEA - MSY

1 stop8h 55mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$128

Mon 9/226:30 amSEA - MSY

1 stop10h 22mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$129

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SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/30

8:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops10h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/31

2:15 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$263

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 1/28

10:00 am-8:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/3

8:30 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 26m

$267

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 11/16

6:35 am-8:55 pm

2 stops12h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/19

3:55 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$276

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 12/4

5:40 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/8

4:25 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$276

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 11/21

2:11 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/24

6:30 am-2:44 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$277

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 10/24

2:10 pm-12:07 am

1 stop7h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/25

6:30 am-2:44 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$277

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 11/14

11:59 pm-8:52 am

1 stop6h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/17

5:17 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$287

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 10/6

5:15 am-4:50 pm

1 stop9h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/15

9:00 am-7:15 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$292

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 12/5

10:21 am-5:04 pm

Nonstop4h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/8

7:00 am-10:30 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$293

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 11/9

9:40 am-4:19 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/15

7:00 am-10:20 am

Nonstop5h 20m

$308

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The best insider tips for Seattle to New Orleans flights

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

Airports

SEA

Plan to arrive at SEA at least two hours before your flight. Use SEA Spot Saver for faster security screening.

MSY

For a quick ride to downtown New Orleans, taxis offer a flat rate and are often cheaper than rideshares.

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Expert on MSY and SEA

Best time to book a flight from Seattle to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Seattle with our price prediction graph.

Estimated round-trip price

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Seattle to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 87 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 Seattle to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Seattle 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 SEA to MSY?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Seattle to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 31% on airfare.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings 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 Seattle to New Orleans?

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Seattle to New Orleans, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,954 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,929 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from Seattle to New Orleans?
New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Booking flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to New Orleans from 8 different airlines. 4h 32m is how long a flight from Seattle to New Orleans Louis Armstrong will take if you book a nonstop flight.
How popular is this Seattle to New Orleans flight route?
Within the past month, 11 users have taken a look at flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
How long is the flight from Seattle to New Orleans?
Departing from Seattle to New Orleans will take you 7h 47m. The distance between Seattle and New Orleans is about 2082 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seattle to New Orleans round-trip?
According to our current data, Frontier ($133), Spirit Airlines ($150), and Southwest ($194) offers the cheapest pricing from Seattle to New Orleans. These flights start at 68% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seattle to New Orleans one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $80. United Airlines flights start at $103 while deals on American Airlines start at $108 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Seattle to New Orleans?
Before booking your flight to New Orleans from Seattle, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Tahiti Nui (67%), Alaska Airlines (65%), Hawaiian Airlines( 59%).
What are the cheapest flights from Seattle to New Orleans?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Seattle to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $365, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $193. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $215.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Seattle to New Orleans?
Seattle to New Orleans flights have a layover in Dallas most often.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?
American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion are currently the most popular points of interest in Dallas at the moment. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion can be visited by traveling about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $48.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Seattle to New Orleans flights?
Flights departing from Seattle and landing in New Orleans layover in Denver least frequently.
Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Seattle to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Seattle to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seattle to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Seattle to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle 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 Seattle to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Seattle 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$133	Average$208	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$150	Average$229	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Southwest	Cheapest$194	Average$438	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Hawaiian Airlines	Cheapest$197	Average$379	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time85%
Delta	Cheapest$197	Average$374	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$206	Average$386	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$246	Average$432	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$277	Average$489	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%

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