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$104+ Cheap flights from Seattle to New Orleans (SEA - MSY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — MSY
May 20 — May 271
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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 Monday 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 May 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$210
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$104
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$436

Good round-trip deal

$351 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Seattle/Tacoma Intl-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Seattle/Tacoma Intl-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights.
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. 4% potential increase in price ($21 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 May 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 May 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Fri 6/133:58 pmSEA - MSY
2 stops29h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/166:19 pmMSY - SEA
2 stops22h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/13$210
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:00 amSEA - MSY
1 stop10h 53mFrontier
Mon 11/37:38 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop29h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$213
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Fri 9/125:00 amSEA - MSY
2 stops13h 30mSouthwest
Tue 9/166:10 amMSY - SEA
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 5/14$218
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/33:20 pmSEA - MSY
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/105:46 pmMSY - SEA
Nonstop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Thu 6/127:25 amSEA - MSY
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Tue 6/171:50 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 5/13$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 6/21:10 amSEA - MSY
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/96:14 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$242
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2811:16 pmSEA - MSY
Nonstop4h 38mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/35:57 pmMSY - SEA
Nonstop5h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/15$257
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1211:16 pmSEA - MSY
Nonstop4h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/157:21 amMSY - SEA
Nonstop5h 04mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/15$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sun 8/312:20 amSEA - MSY
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/82:18 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$302

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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

Fri 6/13

3:58 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops29h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/16

6:19 pm-3:03 pm

2 stops22h 44m

$210

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-6:53 pm

1 stop10h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/3

7:38 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop29h 24m

$213

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/12

5:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops13h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/16

6:10 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 35m

$218

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 6/3

3:20 pm-5:50 am

1 stop12h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/10

5:46 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$225

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 6/12

7:25 am-6:40 pm

1 stop9h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/17

1:50 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$233

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 6/2

1:10 am-10:39 am

1 stop7h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/9

6:14 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 30m

$242

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/28

11:16 pm-5:54 am

Nonstop4h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/3

5:57 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

$257

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/12

11:16 pm-5:54 am

Nonstop4h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/15

7:21 am-10:25 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$263

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 8/3

12:20 am-9:48 am

1 stop7h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/8

2:18 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$302

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 6/27

5:30 am-1:49 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$104

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Seattle to New Orleans in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Seattle-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seattle-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Seattle-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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.
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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 May 9, 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 May 15, 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 25% 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 May 11, 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.

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Seattle to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 15, 2025.

The most flights from SEA to MSY are scheduled on a Saturday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 May 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Seattle to New Orleans to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

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

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 6 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, Spirit Airlines ($210), Frontier ($213), and Southwest ($218) offers the cheapest pricing from Seattle to New Orleans. These flights start at 51% 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 Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $104. Frontier flights start at $119 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $120 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: Hawaiian Airlines (81%), Air Tahiti Nui (79%), Qatar Airways( 77%).

  • 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 $521, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $169.

  • 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 $62.

  • 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 May 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$265Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$298Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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