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$98+ Cheap flights from Seattle to New Orleans (SEA - MSY)

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SEA — MSY
Aug 23 — Aug 301
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$200
(Southwest)

One-way from

$98
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$294

Good round-trip deal

$276 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
From Seattle/Tacoma Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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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 August 18, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/135:55 amSEA - MSY
1 stop11h 30mSouthwest
Tue 9/166:40 amMSY - SEA
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 8/16$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/164:26 pmSEA - MSY
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/2210:46 amMSY - SEA
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 10/49:39 pmSEA - MSY
1 stop15h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/810:46 amMSY - SEA
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Fri 10/102:31 pmSEA - MSY
2 stops28h 41mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/169:42 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/156:12 amSEA - MSY
2 stops36h 01mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/227:45 amMSY - SEA
1 stop9h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 10/211:44 amSEA - MSY
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/166:04 amMSY - SEA
1 stop9h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 11/311:43 amSEA - MSY
1 stop15h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/156:47 amMSY - SEA
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 11/67:17 pmSEA - MSY
1 stop14h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/86:47 amMSY - SEA
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 9/247:00 amSEA - MSY
2 stops31h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/2210:46 amMSY - SEA
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Wed 9/177:00 amSEA - MSY
2 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/227:45 amMSY - SEA
1 stop9h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/164:26 pmSEA - MSY
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/198:24 amMSY - SEA
2 stops29h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Fri 10/104:11 pmSEA - MSY
2 stops16h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1510:46 amMSY - SEA
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$227

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to New Orleans that are best for you.

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SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 9/13

5:55 am-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/16

6:40 am-1:40 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$200

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/11

11:20 pm-8:54 am

1 stop7h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/14

5:17 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$221

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/9

10:45 pm-8:25 am

1 stop7h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/10

5:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 25m

$221

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 10/2

11:44 am-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/16

3:54 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$221

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 9/14

10:55 pm-9:15 am

1 stop8h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/21

7:20 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$221

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/9

11:10 pm-10:55 am

1 stop9h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/11

5:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 45m

$221

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 9/15

10:45 pm-8:25 am

1 stop7h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/22

8:05 am-2:50 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$221

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/19

10:45 pm-9:55 am

1 stop9h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/22

4:25 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$221

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 11/6

7:17 pm-11:53 am

1 stop14h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/12

12:48 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop31h 44m

$222

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 10/16

4:26 pm-5:21 am

1 stop10h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/22

6:50 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops19h 17m

$226

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SEA

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

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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to New Orleans

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

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?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 August 18, 2025.

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 29% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

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.

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

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Seattle to New Orleans chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

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

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

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Seattle to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

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

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

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Seattle to New Orleans, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

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

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

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Seattle to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

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

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 August 18, 2025.
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.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seattle 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 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 4 daily flights to New Orleans from 8 different airlines. 4h 27m 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?

  • How long is the flight from Seattle to New Orleans?

    Departing from Seattle to New Orleans will take you 11h 30m. The distance between Seattle and New Orleans is about 2082 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($138), Spirit Airlines ($150), and Southwest ($194) offers the cheapest pricing from Seattle to New Orleans. These flights start at 67% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 (59%), Alaska Airlines (57%), Qatar Airways( 48%).

  • 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 $275, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $119. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $210.

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

  • 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 $52.

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

  • 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Seattle to New Orleans

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$150Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$194Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$197Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$286Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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