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$149+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Seattle (MSY - SEA)

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MSY — SEA
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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 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$216
(Southwest)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$388

Good round-trip deal

$318 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Seattle/Tacoma Intl
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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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 July 1, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/2710:10 amMSY - SEA
2 stops14h 40mSouthwest
Fri 9/55:00 amSEA - MSY
2 stops13h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$216
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 8/57:05 amMSY - SEA
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Mon 8/117:23 amSEA - MSY
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/30$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 8/146:15 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/1912:46 amSEA - MSY
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$226
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 8/144:53 pmMSY - SEA
Nonstop5h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 8/2011:16 pmSEA - MSY
Nonstop4h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/30$237
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/106:01 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop8h 33mFrontier
Sun 7/136:25 amSEA - MSY
1 stop8h 39mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/127:07 pmMSY - SEA
1 stop7h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/2811:58 pmSEA - MSY
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/28$265
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 7/226:15 amMSY - SEA
3 stops36h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/295:30 pmSEA - MSY
2 stops10h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/29$269
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 7/304:53 pmMSY - SEA
Nonstop5h 07mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/611:16 pmSEA - MSY
Nonstop4h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/30$288
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/169:34 pmMSY - SEA
2 stops20h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/239:18 amSEA - MSY
1 stop7h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$304

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New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/27

10:10 am-10:50 pm

2 stops14h 40m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/5

5:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$216

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/5

7:05 am-12:39 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 8/11

7:23 am-6:38 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$218

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/14

6:15 pm-12:56 am

1 stop8h 41m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 8/19

12:46 am-12:26 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$226

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/14

4:53 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/20

11:16 pm-5:54 am

Nonstop4h 38m

$237

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/12

7:07 pm-12:59 am

1 stop7h 52m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/28

11:58 pm-8:45 am

1 stop6h 47m

$265

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/22

6:15 am-4:25 pm

3 stops36h 10m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 7/29

5:30 pm-5:35 am

2 stops10h 05m

$269

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/22

4:51 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops32h 08m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 9/25

6:12 am-3:56 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$280

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/30

4:53 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/6

11:16 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop4h 34m

$288

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/16

9:34 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops20h 51m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/23

9:18 am-6:54 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$304

New OrleansSeattle

MSY - SEA

MSYSEA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/20

8:45 am-11:57 am

Nonstop5h 12m

$149

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MSY's TSA security checkpoint averages a 15-minute wait, making it efficient for domestic travelers. All concourses are connected post-security.

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Use the Link light rail from SEA to downtown Seattle for a cost-effective, 40-minute journey. It's frequent and luggage-friendly.

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Seattle

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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 June 27, 2025.

Booking 89 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 $391). 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 July 1, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% 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 June 29, 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 July 1, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to SEA are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 July 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from New Orleans to Seattle have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

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  • 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 6 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 04m.

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

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

    Currently priced at $216, Southwest will fly you from New Orleans to Seattle and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $218 and $226, respectively. These flights start at 41% 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $149. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Frontier, 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: Qatar Airways (67%), Alaska Airlines (67%), Air Tahiti Nui( 67%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Seattle is $118. On average you can expect to pay $1,618. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Seattle/Tacoma Intl), can usually be booked for $195.

  • 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 $391). 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$129Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$225Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$229Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$278Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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