Philadelphia

$75+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia (MSY - PHL)

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MSY — PHL
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia are usually found in October or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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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 February 3, 2026.

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Thu 2/268:58 pm
MSY
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PHL
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Sat 2/284:06 pm
PHL
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MSY
Nonstop3h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/268:58 pm
MSY
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PHL
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Mon 3/25:24 pm
PHL
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MSY
Nonstop3h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$98
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Tue 3/37:25 pm
MSY
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PHL
Nonstop2h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/166:08 pm
PHL
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MSY
1 stop5h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$103
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:27 pm
MSY
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PHL
1 stop12h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/216:07 pm
PHL
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MSY
Nonstop3h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$107
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/267:27 pm
MSY
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PHL
1 stop12h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/284:06 pm
PHL
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MSY
Nonstop3h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 3/37:27 pm
MSY
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PHL
1 stop12h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/115:15 am
PHL
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MSY
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 3/37:25 pm
MSY
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PHL
Nonstop2h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/109:30 am
PHL
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MSY
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/28:46 pm
MSY
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PHL
Nonstop2h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/118:06 am
PHL
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MSY
1 stop13h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$129
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/137:27 pm
MSY
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PHL
1 stop12h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/175:57 pm
PHL
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MSY
Nonstop3h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$131

Find 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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$93
(Expedia)

One-way from

$75
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$317

Good round-trip deal

$339 or less

Good one-way deal

$212 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. 7% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia.

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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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MSY - PHL

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

7:25 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Philadelphia

Mon 3/16

6:08 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$103

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/26

7:27 pm-8:44 am

1 stop12h 17m

Philadelphia

Sat 2/28

4:06 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

$115

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

7:25 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Philadelphia

Tue 3/10

9:30 am-8:55 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$128

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/23

7:27 pm-8:44 am

1 stop12h 17m

Philadelphia

Sat 2/28

12:28 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$136

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 3/6

7:27 pm-8:44 am

1 stop12h 17m

Philadelphia

Mon 3/9

5:28 pm-8:21 am

1 stop15h 53m

$139

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/18

7:10 pm-8:39 am

1 stop12h 29m

Philadelphia

Sat 3/21

6:08 pm-8:19 am

1 stop15h 11m

$142

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/4

7:27 pm-8:44 am

1 stop12h 17m

Philadelphia

Sun 3/8

5:05 am-10:20 am

1 stop6h 15m

$148

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/19

7:27 pm-8:44 am

1 stop12h 17m

Philadelphia

Sat 2/21

12:23 pm-5:02 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$148

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/13

7:27 pm-8:44 am

1 stop12h 17m

Philadelphia

Sat 2/14

6:07 pm-8:24 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

$171

New OrleansPhiladelphia

MSY - PHL

MSYPHL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/5

7:27 pm-8:44 am

1 stop12h 17m

Philadelphia

Sun 3/8

9:00 am-11:25 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$172

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.

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 January 30, 2026.

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 69 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia (average of $56). Flying from New Orleans to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $127). 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 February 3, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Philadelphia in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 82% 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 January 31, 2026.

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

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSY

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Mark Chesnut

Expert on PHL

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.

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 February 3, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from New Orleans to Philadelphia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 3 flights from Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia, all of which are around 2h 40m 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?

    Spirit Airlines, at $86, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Orleans to Philadelphia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and American Airlines. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 72% 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 Frontier ($60), Spirit Airlines ($67), and Southwest ($109).

  • 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: American Airlines (64%), PSA Airlines (61%), Qatar Airways( 61%).

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

    While on average a flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia is generally $372, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $60. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $107 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia (average of $56). Flying from New Orleans to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $127). 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$93Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$173Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$174Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$182Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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