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$118+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Seattle (MSY - SEA)

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SEA
May 4 — May 111
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Sun 5/11
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Seattle/Tacoma Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Seattle

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Seattle (SEA). 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$207
(Delta)

One-way from

$118
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$380

Good round-trip deal

$359 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Seattle
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Seattle. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/252:50 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Fri 8/15:30 amSEA - MSY
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/28$207
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/87:50 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop6h 54mFrontier
Sun 5/116:00 amSEA - MSY
1 stop10h 50mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Mon 5/196:11 pmMSY - SEA
2 stops31h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/286:00 amSEA - MSY
1 stop21h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/27$219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 6/46:52 amMSY - SEA
1 stop9h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/1011:16 pmSEA - MSY
Nonstop4h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/1311:37 amMSY - SEA
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/191:10 amSEA - MSY
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$240
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/44:30 pmMSY - SEA
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Tue 6/1010:40 pmSEA - MSY
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 6/55:05 amMSY - SEA
2 stops10h 56mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/510:15 pmSEA - MSY
1 stop9h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$296
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 8/205:57 pmMSY - SEA
Nonstop5h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/2411:16 pmSEA - MSY
Nonstop4h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$298
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 6/297:10 amMSY - SEA
Nonstop5h 02mAlaska Airlines
Thu 7/311:16 pmSEA - MSY
Nonstop4h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$328

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Seattle that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Seattle that are best for you.

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New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/25

2:50 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 8/1

5:30 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$207

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/8

7:50 pm-12:44 am

1 stop6h 54m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 5/11

6:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$218

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/19

6:11 pm-12:10 am

2 stops31h 59m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-5:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

$219

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/4

6:52 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 6/10

11:16 pm-6:01 am

Nonstop4h 45m

$224

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

11:37 am-5:28 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 5/19

1:10 am-10:39 am

1 stop7h 29m

$240

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/4

4:30 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 6/10

10:40 pm-8:55 am

1 stop8h 15m

$287

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/5

5:05 am-2:01 pm

2 stops10h 56m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 6/5

10:15 pm-10:13 am

1 stop9h 58m

$296

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/22

7:10 am-10:12 am

Nonstop5h 02m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 7/3

11:16 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop4h 34m

$298

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/4

5:46 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 6/10

11:16 pm-6:01 am

Nonstop4h 45m

$358

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/6

6:24 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$118

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Seattle in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Seattle flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Seattle flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Seattle flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Seattle 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 New Orleans-Seattle 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 Seattle flights

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Airports
MSY

MSY has efficient security with average wait times around 15 minutes. Arrive early to enjoy local eats like Cafe Du Monde's beignets.

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SEA

Use the Link light rail from SEA to downtown Seattle for a cost-effective, 40-minute journey. It's accessible via the skybridge from baggage claim.

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Seattle

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Seattle. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to Seattle. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Seattle (average of $238). Flying from New Orleans to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 SEA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Seattle. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 45% on flights from New Orleans to Seattle by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Seattle. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Seattle

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Seattle. 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 April 29, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to SEA are scheduled on a Thursday (9 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 Seattle by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seattle ranges from 0.7 - 6.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Seattle when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Seattle by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seattle, 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 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Seattle

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seattle. 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 Seattle. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New Orleans to Seattle. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,402 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Seattle. 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 New Orleans to Seattle?

    You will need to book a flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Seattle/Tacoma Intl if you want to fly from New Orleans to Seattle. At least 8 different airlines have flights from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) on a regular basis. There are 7 flights to Seattle from the New Orleans airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from MSY to SEA to be around 5h 02m.

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

    Flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Seattle/Tacoma Intl have been viewed 60 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Currently priced at $207, Delta will fly you from New Orleans to Seattle and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Spirit Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $218 and $219, respectively. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $118. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from New Orleans to Seattle for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Seattle from New Orleans, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Hawaiian Airlines (82%), Alaska Airlines (80%), Air Tahiti Nui( 80%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Seattle is $124. On average you can expect to pay $636. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Seattle/Tacoma Intl), can usually be booked for $189.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Seattle (average of $238). Flying from New Orleans to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 New Orleans to Seattle

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Seattle. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$129Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$212Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$278Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$286Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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