Philadelphia

$93+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia (MSY - PHL)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia are usually found in October or August, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 Mei 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$183
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$93
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$278 or less

Good one-way deal

$142 or less
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From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($1 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Mei 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sel 9/1611:01 amMSY - PHL
Nonstop2h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sel 9/238:14 amPHL - MSY
Nonstop2h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$183
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sel 9/161:40 pmMSY - PHL
1 stop6h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sel 9/239:00 amPHL - MSY
1 stop10h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/11$185
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Jum 6/612:36 pmMSY - PHL
1 stop8h 53mJetBlue
Sen 6/910:42 amPHL - MSY
1 stop8h 56mJetBlue
Deal found 5/11$207
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sel 7/85:25 amMSY - PHL
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Sab 7/125:30 amPHL - MSY
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/11$217
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Jum 5/309:46 amMSY - PHL
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Min 6/110:29 pmPHL - MSY
1 stop11h 27mFrontier
Deal found 5/11$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Jum 5/309:28 pmMSY - PHL
Nonstop2h 53mMultiple Airlines
Min 6/84:00 pmPHL - MSY
1 stop4h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$222
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sab 8/25:25 pmMSY - PHL
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Kam 8/77:50 amPHL - MSY
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/11$350

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

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New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Rab 6/18

9:10 pm-7:48 am

1 stop9h 38m

Philadelphia

Sel 6/24

7:18 pm-6:09 am

1 stop11h 51m

$186

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Jum 6/6

12:36 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Philadelphia

Sen 6/9

10:42 am-6:38 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$207

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sel 6/17

5:45 am-9:39 am

Nonstop2h 54m

Philadelphia

Sen 6/23

8:20 pm-10:27 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$213

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sel 7/8

6:25 am-1:14 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Philadelphia

Rab 7/16

6:27 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$217

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Jum 6/13

9:27 pm-1:21 am

Nonstop2h 54m

Philadelphia

Sen 6/16

7:18 pm-6:09 am

1 stop11h 51m

$220

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Jum 5/30

9:46 am-9:32 pm

1 stop10h 46m

Philadelphia

Min 6/1

10:29 pm-8:56 am

1 stop11h 27m

$221

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sab 8/2

5:25 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Philadelphia

Kam 8/7

7:50 am-3:05 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$350

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sab 6/14

9:10 pm-7:48 am

1 stop9h 38m

$93

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Rab 6/11

5:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$102

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Kam 5/15

4:48 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 39m

$110

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

*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 New Orleans-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 New Orleans-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for New Orleans to Philadelphia flights

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

Average TSA wait times at MSY are around 15 minutes, thanks to an efficient process and lower passenger volumes.

Read more about MSYby Brandon Schultz
PHL

Use SEPTA trains for efficient travel to Center City Philadelphia from PHL. Stations are outside Terminals A, B, C/D, and E/F.

Read more about PHLby Mark Chesnut
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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 New Orleans to Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from New Orleans to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 MSY to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated Mei 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Philadelphia in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 83% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on May 11, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Philadelphia. 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 Mei 12, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated Mei 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New Orleans to Philadelphia, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

    Booking a flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Philadelphia (PHL) is your only option if you wish to fly from New Orleans to Philadelphia. On a typical day, there are 5 flights from Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia, all of which are around 2h 46m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia.

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

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

    American Airlines, at $183, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Orleans to Philadelphia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and JetBlue. Users have found that American Airlines is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia are Spirit Airlines ($93), Southwest ($102), and Frontier ($114).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

    Before booking your flight to Philadelphia from New Orleans, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: PSA Airlines (88%), American Airlines (85%), Qatar Airways( 80%).

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

    While on average a flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia is generally $338, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $103. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $185 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Philadelphia 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 New Orleans to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from New Orleans to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 5 airlines flying from New Orleans to Philadelphia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia. 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 Mei 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$182Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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