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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Atlanta to New Orleans:

• Earliest: departs at 6:18 am and lands at 7:57 am
• Latest: departs at 11:30 pm and lands at 1:09 am.

The flight takes about 1h 39m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Atlanta to New Orleans.

A direct flight from Atlanta to New Orleans takes 1h 39m, covering 1,101 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to New Orleans range from C$ 221 to C$ 447, with an average of C$ 316 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 221 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the C$ 316 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 257 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to C$ 318 for direct.

Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Southwest has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Atlanta to New Orleans flights are:

• Delta: 88% on time
• Southwest: 84% on time
• Frontier: 72% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 49–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Atlanta to New Orleans flights, with 37% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 36%, Evening flights for 18%, and Night flights for 9%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Atlanta to New Orleans flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Atlanta and New Orleans is around C$ 164 round-trip, with a flight time of about 1h 40m. Recent bus fares are around C$ 147 round-trip, with a trip time of about 10h 50m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 11% lower. However, taking the bus takes about 9+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from Atlanta to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 124, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 87 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Priceless
• Thrifty
• Budget

Flights from Atlanta to New Orleans usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Atlanta to New Orleans route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 55m.

One-stop flights from Atlanta to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 28% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) – 22% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 14% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Atlanta to New Orleans. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 255 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 337, a difference of C$ 83.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Atlanta and New Orleans. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Frontier
• Southwest

Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 25m, compared with 4h 44m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and 4h 50m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

New Orleans is 1 hour behind Atlanta (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are New Orleans Morial Convention Center, Caesars Superdome, and New Orleans Marriott. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Atlanta to New Orleans flights:

• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Frontier: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The quickest way to New Orleans is by taxi. Taxis are located on Level 1 of the terminal, outside Baggage Claim. The ride costs approximately $36 for up to two passengers. If you're looking to use public transportation, RCA's Airport Express 202 will take you right to Elk Place in downtown New Orleans, and the ride will cost approximately $2. You can also opt for the airport shuttle that charges about $24 per person.

Yes, Spirit Airlines and Delta airlines offer multiple non-stop flights from Atlanta to New Orleans. However, one-stop flights with Spirit Airlines tend to be a lot cheaper if you don't mind making one stop in Fort Lauderdale. These airlines offer the fastest trips on this route.

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport has interfaith chapels in the Atrium and an XpresSpa located at the A checkpoint. Showers are available at the Club at ATL, located in the International Terminal. It charges a walk-in rate of about $40 per person, and you get other services like television, fax, beverages, etc.

The Hilton New Orleans Airport Hotel and Days Inn New Orleans Airport Hotel are both located across the street from the airport entrance. Free shuttles are available to the hotels and pick up passengers at the Transportation Center on the first floor across from Baggage Claim.

Yes, daily parking at ATL Airport is approximately $19 per day. The Economy Lots, North, South, and West, charge about $14 per day. Park-Ride Lots A and C charge about $10 per day, and the International Park-Ride charges about $14 per day. Self-park for uncovered spots charges about $11 per day, while for covered spots, it's about $15 per day.