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$74+ Cheap flights from Seattle to New Orleans (SEA - MSY)

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SEA — MSY
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or January, 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(Delta)

One-way from

$74
(Priceline)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$366

Good round-trip deal

$290 or less

Good one-way deal

$144 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. 5% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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 July 3, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/127:20 amSEA - MSY
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Mon 9/226:00 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 7/3$197
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2912:35 pmSEA - MSY
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Sat 11/13:40 pmMSY - SEA
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$200
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/76:25 amSEA - MSY
1 stop8h 39mFrontier
Sun 8/106:01 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop8h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$209
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1411:16 pmSEA - MSY
Nonstop4h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 8/205:57 pmMSY - SEA
Nonstop5h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$223
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.
Wed 8/2012:46 amSEA - MSY
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/266:06 amMSY - SEA
1 stop10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$226
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1411:16 pmSEA - MSY
Nonstop4h 34mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/184:53 pmMSY - SEA
Nonstop5h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$237
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/235:30 pmSEA - MSY
2 stops10h 05mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/19:34 pmMSY - SEA
2 stops20h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$259
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/412:20 amSEA - MSY
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/192:16 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop9h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$265
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Thu 9/116:31 pmSEA - MSY
1 stop12h 48mSun Country Air
Sun 9/1410:07 amMSY - SEA
1 stop9h 03mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/1$289

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SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/12

12:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/23

1:05 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$197

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 10/29

12:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/1

3:40 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$200

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/7

6:25 am-5:04 pm

1 stop8h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/10

6:01 pm-12:34 am

1 stop8h 33m

$209

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/14

11:16 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop4h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/20

5:57 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

$223

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/20

12:46 am-12:26 pm

1 stop9h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/26

6:06 am-2:15 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$226

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/14

11:16 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop4h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/18

4:53 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$237

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/23

5:30 pm-5:35 am

2 stops10h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/1

9:34 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops20h 51m

$259

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 8/4

12:20 am-9:48 am

1 stop7h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/19

2:16 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$265

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 9/11

6:31 pm-9:19 am

1 stop12h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/14

10:07 am-5:10 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$289

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/14

6:25 am-5:04 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$74

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SEA

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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 June 27, 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 July 3, 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 24% 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 June 29, 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.

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.
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

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

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  • 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?

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($197), Southwest ($200), and Frontier ($209) offers the cheapest pricing from Seattle to New Orleans. These flights start at 54% 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $74. American Airlines flights start at $98 while deals on Delta start at $99 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: Qatar Airways (70%), Alaska Airlines (69%), Hawaiian Airlines( 63%).

  • 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 $895, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $144. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $195.

  • 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 Reunion Tower are currently the most popular points of interest in Dallas at the moment. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower can be visited by traveling about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 15.6 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 $53.

  • 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$232Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$257Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$293Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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