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$79+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Tempe, AZ

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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — PHX
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Tempe
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:40 amMSY - PHX
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/710:15 amPHX - MSY
1 stop22h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:40 amMSY - PHX
2 stops42h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/62:16 pmPHX - MSY
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:40 amMSY - PHX
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/57:45 amPHX - MSY
1 stop10h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$258
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:39 pmMSY - PHX
1 stop9h 50mFrontier
Thu 1/17:00 amPHX - MSY
1 stop6h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:05 pmMSY - PHX
2 stops31h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/57:45 amPHX - MSY
1 stop10h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$273
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:14 amMSY - PHX
1 stop16h 37mFrontier
Thu 12/253:43 pmPHX - MSY
1 stop22h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/259:27 amMSY - PHX
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/11:28 pmPHX - MSY
Nonstop3h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$345
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:40 amMSY - PHX
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/310:46 amPHX - MSY
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/319:27 amMSY - PHX
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/11:28 pmPHX - MSY
Nonstop3h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:14 amMSY - PHX
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Thu 1/12:00 pmPHX - MSY
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/15$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/253:42 pmMSY - PHX
2 stops8h 07mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/19:15 amPHX - MSY
1 stop5h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$360

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Tempe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to Tempe flight deals. Data was last updated December 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$155
(Expedia)

One-way from

$79
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$492
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tempe
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Tempe 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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Tempe that are best for you.

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New OrleansPhoenix

MSY - PHX

MSYPHX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 2/8

6:05 am-3:22 pm

2 stops34h 17m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 2/13

3:42 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop30h 33m

$230

New OrleansPhoenix

MSY - PHX

MSYPHX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/4

8:29 pm-3:13 pm

2 stops19h 44m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/7

6:07 pm-5:09 am

1 stop10h 02m

$272

New OrleansPhoenix

MSY - PHX

MSYPHX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/12

10:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 29m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-9:13 pm

2 stops13h 13m

$353

New OrleansPhoenix

MSY - PHX

MSYPHX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/1

9:00 am-2:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 1/1

11:35 pm-8:14 am

1 stop7h 39m

$355

New OrleansPhoenix

MSY - PHX

MSYPHX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/25

2:14 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 1/1

7:15 am-1:08 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$355

New OrleansPhoenix

MSY - PHX

MSYPHX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/24

7:03 am-9:53 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 2/28

1:17 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$380

New OrleansPhoenix

MSY - PHX

MSYPHX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

5:50 am-12:05 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/10

11:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$381

New OrleansPhoenix

MSY - PHX

MSYPHX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/25

5:20 am-11:25 am

2 stops7h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 1/1

6:15 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$400

New OrleansPhoenix

MSY - PHX

MSYPHX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop29h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 3/1

10:29 pm-6:03 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$407

New OrleansPhoenix

MSY - PHX

MSYPHX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

10:00 am-11:42 pm

2 stops14h 42m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/10

6:40 am-9:28 pm

1 stop12h 48m

$411

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Tempe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Tempe

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Tempe. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Tempe is 12 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Tempe (average of $55). Flying from New Orleans to Tempe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 TM9?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Tempe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to Tempe in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Tempe. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Tempe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tempe. 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 Tempe. Reviews last updated December 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from New Orleans to Tempe by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,081 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Tempe. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Tempe?

    If you book a flight to Tempe from New Orleans, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong, which is the city’s only airport. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is located 11.4 mi from the center of New Orleans. There is 1 flight from Louis Armstrong to Tempe per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Tempe?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from New Orleans to Tempe in about 5h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 49m. New Orleans and Tempe are separated by a distance of 1297 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New Orleans to Tempe are Spirit Airlines ($49), Frontier ($55), and Delta ($118).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Tempe are American Airlines (69%), Alaska Airlines (66%) and Southwest (66%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $138. While the most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) can be booked for $163 on average, our data indicates $366 when flying from New Orleans to Tempe.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Tempe (average of $55). Flying from New Orleans to Tempe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to Tempe

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Tempe. 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$158Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$204Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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