Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
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Essential information to help you plan your flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans.
Cheapest Flight Round-trip
$209
Cheapest price found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 5 days ago.
$214 below the typical $423 round-trip on this route.
Outbound · Nov 18
8:30 amPHLPhiladelphia International Airport
3:47 pmMSYLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
8h 17m · 1 stop via Atlanta (ATL)
Return · Nov 25
6:55 pmMSYLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
8:02 amPHLPhiladelphia International Airport
12h 7m · 1 stop via Orlando (MCO)
Cheapest Flight One-way
$166
Lowest one-way price found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 10 days ago.
The typical one-way fare on this route is $280.
Outbound · Nov 1
12:36 pmPHLPhiladelphia International Airport
5:37 pmMSYLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
6h 1m · 1 stop via Atlanta (ATL)
Cheapest Nonstop
$443
Cheapest nonstop found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 8 days ago.
Saves 14h 23m of travel time, but costs $234 more than the cheapest fare.
Outbound · Nov 10
7:10 pmPHLPhiladelphia International Airport
9:21 pmMSYLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
3h 11m · Nonstop
Return · Nov 17
6:00 amMSYLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
9:50 amPHLPhiladelphia International Airport
2h 50m · Nonstop
Good deal price
$322
A round-trip at or under $322 is a good deal on this route right now.
75% of the fares we found on this route cost more; only a quarter cost less.
Timing Your Trip
The best day, time of day, season and booking window for this route.
Best day to fly
Wednesdays
Wednesday departures average $414 on this route, the lowest of any weekday.
$21 less than the average weekday, which is $435.
Best time to fly
Afternoons
Afternoon departures average $405 on this route, the lowest of any time of day.
$52 less than the average departure, which is $457.
Low season
January
Fares average $287 in January, the cheapest month to fly this route, bottoming out near $276 in late January.
$37 below the yearly average of $324.
When to book
4 weeks ahead
Fares on this route are lowest when booked about 4 weeks before departure.
Booking then averages $209, versus $281 in the final days before the flight.
Price Drop Deals
Priceline is always monitoring flight prices on this route. When we spot an offer on a specific flight that’s significantly lower than what that flight usually sells for, we call it out here as a price drop.
PHLMSY
53% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Nov 16 · Return Nov 19
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36% Price DropUnited Airlines
Depart Oct 22 · Return Oct 26
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$464now only$297Round-trip
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$465now only$300Round-trip
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33% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Dec 31 · Return Jan 4
4-night trip · economy
$462now only$311Round-trip
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31% Price DropFrontier Airlines
Depart Oct 29 · Return Nov 3
5-night trip · economy
$462now only$320Round-trip
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We don’t use Express Deal prices when calculating this route’s lowest price or price averages, because these offers require extra flexibility from travelers.
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2-night trip · economy
$570Round-trip
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Philadelphia - New Orleans packages
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PHL to MSY
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
New Orleans, 500 Canal Street
8.52,165 Reviews4-Star Hotel
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New Orleans, 1111 Gravier St
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New Orleans, 2 Poydras St
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When is the cheapest time to fly?
Cheapest in late January at about $276
Fares from Philadelphia to New Orleans are lowest in late January, around $276, and January is the cheapest month overall, averaging $287. They peak in late December at about $354, $78 more than the low. The yearly average is $324.
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| Month | Average fare | Early month | Late month |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $287 | $298 | $276 |
| February | $314 | $309 | $320 |
| March | $332 | $323 | $341 |
| April | $344 | $342 | $347 |
| May | $344 | $337 | $351 |
| June | $346 | $345 | $348 |
| July | $332 | $340 | $324 |
| August | $303 | $310 | $296 |
| September | $305 | $299 | $310 |
| October | $322 | $316 | $327 |
| November | $324 | $325 | $322 |
| December | $335 | $314 | $354 |
How far in advance should I book?
Cheapest about 4 weeks out at $209
Book about 4 weeks before departure for the best fares from Philadelphia to New Orleans, around $209. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $281, $72 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $366.
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| Days before departure | Average fare |
|---|---|
| 180 days | $366 |
| 172 days | $362 |
| 164 days | $355 |
| 156 days | $341 |
| 148 days | $331 |
| 140 days | $327 |
| 132 days | $324 |
| 124 days | $318 |
| 116 days | $304 |
| 108 days | $286 |
| 100 days | $267 |
| 92 days | $254 |
| 84 days | $246 |
| 76 days | $236 |
| 68 days | $228 |
| 2mo | $222 |
| 52 days | $215 |
| 44 days | $213 |
| 36 days | $211 |
| 31 days | $209 |
| 28 days | $210 |
| 20 days | $217 |
| 12 days | $239 |
| 4 days | $268 |
| 0 days | $281 |
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans. At $414 it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day, 8% above average.
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| Day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Sun | $450 |
| Mon | $422 |
| Tue | $415 |
| Wed | $414 |
| Thu | $472 |
| Fri | $443 |
| Sat | $428 |
When is the best time of day to fly?
Afternoon (2pm - 5pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans. At $405 it is 11% cheaper than the average time. Midday (12pm - 2pm) is the most expensive time, 21% above average.
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| Time of day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Morning | $407 |
| Midday | $553 |
| Afternoon | $405 |
| Evening | $464 |
What do round-trip flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans cost?
Share of fares in each price range, adjusted to current prices.
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| Price range | Share of fares |
|---|---|
| $0 to $150 | 5% |
| $150 to $300 | 19% |
| $300 to $450 | 36% |
| $450 to $600 | 19% |
| $600 to $750 | 15% |
| $750 to $900 | 4% |
| $900 and up | 3% |
Methodology: learn how we calculate these charts
The charts “When is the cheapest time to fly?”, “How far in advance should I book?”, “What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?” and “What do round-trip flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans cost?” are built from the prices Priceline customers actually paid for flights on this route over the past 12 months or more.
Where a route has too few bookings to fill every point in a chart, we borrow the shape of the curve from a group of routes with similar price behavior and fit it to the fares booked on this route.
Because past fares don’t reflect today’s market, we then adjust the historical prices for current conditions such as inflation and fuel costs, using the round-trip fares found in recent searches on this route.
The chart “When is the best time of day to fly?” is calculated directly from the fares found in recent searches, not from historical bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans.
What is the typical flight duration from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans cover about 1,090 miles and typically take 3 hours and 4 minutes nonstop. The return trip to Philadelphia is slightly shorter at 2 hours and 51 minutes.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.
Are there any direct flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Yes, Philadelphia to New Orleans has nonstop service. American Airlines (including American Eagle flights operated by PSA Airlines) flies nonstop daily, with up to 21 weekly departures, and Frontier Airlines also flies nonstop three days a week — Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays. American and Frontier are the two airlines currently scheduled nonstop on this route.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the ground transportation options in New Orleans?
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to downtown New Orleans is straightforward, with rideshare, taxi, public transit, rental cars, and hotel shuttles all available. Rideshare services like Uber pick up on the middle curb of Level 1 outside baggage claim, while taxis use a dedicated zone near Door 7 and often charge a flat rate to the Central Business District or French Quarter. The Jefferson Transit Authority and Regional Transportation Authority both run buses from Door 2 on Level 1, offering an affordable option, and major rental car companies operate from the Consolidated Rental Car Facility off-airport. Taxis and rideshares are the most-used choices for visitors, with typical travel times of 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. The flat-rate taxi is the fastest and most predictable option for reaching the French Quarter directly.
References
- A Guide to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) | Chase
- flymsy - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
- Arriving & Departing - New York Times
- Find cheap flights to New Orleans (MSY) | American Airlines
- New Orleans Airport Dropoff: How to Get There | Uber
- New Orleans Airport Taxi Cab - Request a Ride with Uber
When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Fares from Philadelphia to New Orleans are lowest in late January, around $276. January is the cheapest month overall, averaging $287, followed by August ($303) and September ($305). June is the most expensive month at about $346, and fares peak in late December at about $354. The yearly average is $324. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.
How far in advance should I book tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Book about 4 weeks before departure for the best fares from Philadelphia to New Orleans, around $209. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $281, $72 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $366. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.
Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
There are no nonstop red-eye flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Connecting itineraries do exist whose overnight leg is a Southwest flight from Chicago Midway (MDW) to New Orleans, departing at 22:15 and arriving at 00:35 — landing just after midnight in the early hours — after a connection in Chicago.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.
Which airlines usually operate this route from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
American Airlines and Frontier Airlines fly nonstop from Philadelphia to New Orleans. American, including its PSA Airlines regional service, operates up to 13 weekly flights daily, while Frontier flies 3 times a week on Monday, Friday, and Saturday. American is a oneworld member, and Frontier is not part of any alliance.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
How reliable are on‑time arrivals on this route from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
American Airlines mainline flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans are the most reliable, with 81.5% of arrivals landing within 15 minutes of schedule and a cancellation rate of just 0.3%. American Eagle flights operated by Republic rank second at 73.5% on-time arrivals and 3.4% cancellations, while Frontier and the other American Eagle operator both sit at roughly 66.7% on-time with 3–4.8% cancellations.
Methodology
On-time arrival and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; a flight counts as on time when it arrives within 15 minutes of schedule. Carriers are ranked by arrival on-time rate on this route, and the carrier list itself comes from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI).
Which airport should I use in New Orleans?
New Orleans has one commercial airport, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). It is about 15 miles west of downtown and the French Quarter, served by major carriers and low-cost airlines.
How do I get to Philadelphia Intl Airport from the city center?
Philadelphia International Airport is about 7 miles from Center City, and the SEPTA Airport Regional Rail Line is the fastest and most popular option, running every 30 minutes directly from downtown stations to the terminals. Taxis offer a flat rate from Center City, while rideshare pickups and shared shuttle vans provide door-to-door convenience at a higher cost than the train. Driving and parking are available in on-site garages and off-site lots with shuttles, though that is generally the least cost-effective for short trips.
References
- Taxis, Limousines and Shuttle Services | PHL.org
- A Guide to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) | Chase
- Public Transportation | PHL.org
- Philadelphia Airport Shuttle & Car Service - GO Airport Shuttle
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Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at New Orleans airport?
There are several nearby hotels just outside New Orleans airport that offer free shuttle service, including the Hilton New Orleans Airport and the Ramada by Wyndham, both about 0.3 miles from the terminal. The Home2 Suites by Hilton, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, and Holiday Inn New Orleans Airport North are also close, with shuttle pickups at the Transportation Center on the first floor across from baggage claim. Sleeping inside the terminal itself is not comfortable, as there are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet zones, or rest zones, and most seating has armrests.
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- Hotels Near New Orleans Airport (MSY) with Shuttles (2026)
- New Orleans: Airport Hotels near MSY: Airport Hotel Reviews: 10Best
- New Orleans Airport Guide (MSY) - Sleeping in Airports
- New Orleans Airport MSY Guide to Airport Hotels- iFLY
- 21 Hotels Near MSY Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) Airport | IHG
- Holiday Inn Express Kenner - New Orleans Airport Map & Driving Directions | Parking Options for Holiday Inn Express Kenner - New Orleans Airport in Kenner
- DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans Airport | Stress-Free Stays & Parking Near MSY Airport - Stay Park Travel
What facilities and services are available to travelers at New Orleans Louis Armstrong International Airport?
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal, with the network named #MSY-FI. ATM machines are located throughout the terminal, both pre- and post-security, and cash-to-card kiosks are available on the third level. Nursing mothers can use designated Mother's Rooms, and there is an outside service animal and pet relief area on Level 1 between the short-term parking garage and the terminal. Smoking is prohibited inside the terminal, with designated smoking areas available outside on the top or bottom ramps. A police station is located pre-security on Level 2 near Leah's Kitchen.
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Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Philadelphia and New Orleans airports?
Philadelphia International Airport offers wheelchair assistance through your airline from ticketing to boarding, plus a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, Aira visual and ASL interpreting apps, a 24/7 Quiet Room, lactation suites, a children's play area with scavenger hunts, therapy dogs, and companion care restrooms. Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is free of architectural barriers, with visual paging, an adult changing table post-security in the family restroom next to Shake Shack, mother's rooms, and concierge meet-and-greet services through Air General or Perq Soleil. To arrange mobility assistance at either airport, request it through your airline when booking your flight.
What aircraft are typically used on flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
American Airlines operates the most flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans, using Airbus A319 aircraft on its mainline service and Bombardier CRJ-900 jets on regional flights operated by PSA Airlines under the American brand. Frontier Airlines also flies this route three times a week with Airbus A320 family aircraft.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.
Which airline alliances serve flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
American Airlines (with PSA Airlines flying under its brand) operates nonstop Philadelphia–New Orleans service, and American is a member of the oneworld alliance. Frontier Airlines also flies the route nonstop on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and it belongs to no alliance. Other alliances may reach New Orleans from Philadelphia only via connections.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Philadelphia?
Philadelphia International Airport offers several strong lounge options for departures, including American Airlines Admirals Clubs in Terminals A-West, B/C, and F, along with a Flagship Lounge in Terminal A-West. The American Express Centurion Lounge near gate A14 in Terminal A-West and the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club in the D/E Connector are also available, with the Chase lounge featuring local food, wellness areas, and runway views. British Airways operates a Galleries Club Lounge in Terminal A-West, Delta has a Sky Club in the D/E Connector, and United has a Club in the C/D Connector. Access generally requires membership, premium cabin tickets, or qualifying status, and Priority Pass is accepted at select locations including Minute Suites.
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- Lounges | PHL.org
- Full List of Lounges at Philadelphia International Airport [2026]
- American Airlines Terminal at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
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- Philadelphia, PA (PHL)
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Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?
Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare class; flexible and premium tickets offer the best options, while Basic Economy typically does not.