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C$ 173 Find Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans

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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 319
Overall average: C$ 535
JetBlue
Mon 4/5Wed 6/5
PHL - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 875
Typical prices: C$ 437-C$ 769
American Airlines
Sun 12/4Wed 15/4
PHL - MSY • Direct
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans (PHL-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans

Mon, 4 May - Wed, 6 May
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5:18 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.
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MSY
5h 47m
1 stop
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2:55 p.m. - 10:47 p.m.
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PHL
6h 52m
1 stop
C$ 319JetBlue
Mon, 4 May - Wed, 6 May
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5:18 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.
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MSY
5h 47m
1 stop
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2:55 p.m. - 10:47 p.m.
MSY
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PHL
6h 52m
1 stop
C$ 346JetBlue
Tue, 28 Jul - Thu, 6 Aug
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7:00 a.m. - 2:21 p.m.
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MSY
8h 21m
1 stop
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7:00 a.m. - 3:34 p.m.
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PHL
7h 34m
1 stop
C$ 368JetBlue
Wed, 24 Jun - Fri, 26 Jun
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7:00 a.m. - 2:21 p.m.
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MSY
8h 21m
1 stop
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3:16 p.m. - 11:51 p.m.
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PHL
7h 35m
1 stop
C$ 418JetBlue
Tue, 28 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
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7:00 a.m. - 2:21 p.m.
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MSY
8h 21m
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3:16 p.m. - 11:51 p.m.
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PHL
7h 35m
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C$ 467JetBlue
Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun
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6:00 a.m. - 12:43 p.m.
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MSY
7h 43m
1 stop
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3:10 p.m. - 10:47 p.m.
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PHL
6h 37m
1 stop
C$ 511JetBlue
Tue, 28 Jul - Sat, 1 Aug
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7:00 a.m. - 2:21 p.m.
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MSY
8h 21m
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7:00 a.m. - 3:34 p.m.
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PHL
7h 34m
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C$ 512JetBlue
Fri, 1 May - Tue, 5 May
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5:18 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.
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MSY
5h 47m
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2:55 p.m. - 10:47 p.m.
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PHL
6h 52m
1 stop
C$ 515JetBlue
Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug
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7:00 a.m. - 2:21 p.m.
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MSY
8h 21m
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3:16 p.m. - 11:51 p.m.
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PHL
7h 35m
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C$ 516JetBlue
Wed, 24 Jun - Sat, 27 Jun
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7:00 a.m. - 2:21 p.m.
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MSY
8h 21m
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7:00 a.m. - 3:34 p.m.
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7h 34m
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C$ 533JetBlue
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to New Orleans flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans is August, where tickets cost C$ 394 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 620 and C$ 620 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 547, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 18% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

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Expert on Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and PHL

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on MSY

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightC$ 173
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)
Flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans

When to book flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans

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FAQs for booking flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans

  • Which airlines fly directly from Philadelphia Airport to New Orleans Airport?

    There are different companies offering daily flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans, including Delta and Spirit, but Frontier and American Airlines are the ones often flying non-stop between the two cities. Frontier can be found in Terminal 1, while American Airlines operates flights out of Terminals A-East, A-West, B, C and F, so make sure you know where you’re departing from if flying with them.

  • Which airline should I choose?

    While companies such as Delta Airlines and Spirit may offer cheaper flight prices sometimes, they usually have connecting flights, which can easily add a few more hours to your journey. If you’re looking for cheaper prices and shorter travel times, Frontier might be the best option, but if you’d rather be more comfortable, American Airlines would be better.

  • Are there onsite airport hotels at New Orleans Airport?

    There are several hotels around New Orleans Airport, from cheaper options such as Holiday Inn to higher quality options such as the Hilton. Most hotels offer a free shuttle from the airport to their premises, so make sure you speak to your hotel in advance to sort out your shuttle.

  • What are my transportation options upon arrival at New Orleans Airport?

    Greyhound offers bus services from the airport to several locations in New Orleans, including to their downtown bus station. Public buses also have nine daily departures from the airport to the city center, and they all stop outside the second floor of Concourse C. The Airport-Downtown Express (E2) costs just a couple dollars, and the Airport Express (202) Bus costs even less. In case you want to avoid public transport, you can get a taxi or any other app-based ride services from the airport, as well as a rental car.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans was C$ 173 for a one-way ticket and C$ 319 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    Philadelphia and New Orleans are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Philadelphia from Philadelphia and will be arriving at New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Philadelphia to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Philadelphia to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Philadelphia and New Orleans.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    There are direct flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Philadelphia is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to Philadelphia with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Orleans from Philadelphia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 547 or less round-trip.
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is a rather large airport, with seven different terminals. There are free shuttle buses running from Terminal F (Gate F-14) to Gate C-16 (which gives access to Terminals C, B, and D) and Gate A-1 (which provides access to Terminals A-East and A-West).
  • Passengers who wish to leave their car at the airport will find that parking is available in all the different Garages (Terminals A-East, A-West, B, C, D, E, and F). International airlines operate from Terminal A-West, and different domestic airlines operate from different terminals, so make sure to check your departure information before heading to the airport – particularly if flying with American Airlines, as their flights don’t always depart from the same terminal.
  • The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) features four different terminals, and is free of any architectural obstacles for disabled people. Smoking is prohibited in the airport, but there are a couple of designated smoking areas on both the departures and arrivals levels.
  • Passengers at MSY who have lost any items during or after their flight can head to the Lost And Found office, which is located on the Upper Level in the Concourse C Lobby, right by the Airport Police station. It is open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. If you need to kill some time at the airport, MSY also offers free wi-fi across all terminals.
  • Mothers who are nursing should know there is a Mother’s Room after security in each concourse at MSY, where they will find comfortable seating and a changing table. It could be a good option if your baby is hungry after the long flight.

Prefer to fly direct from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Find which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Philadelphia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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Direct returns

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Philadelphia

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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Reviews of the top airline flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Philadelphia to New Orleans? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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American AirlinesOverall score based on 11468 reviews
7.2Comfort
7.9Crew
6.9Entertainment
6.4Food
7.5Boarding
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It would have been nice if American tried to care.

2.0 MediocreJeffrey, Mar 2026
PHL - RDU
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It would have been nice if American tried to care.

Delayed initially because they couldn’t print the flight details. Poor instruction on delay. When I got on the plane the flight attendant argued with me about whether my carry on would fit (it did, although she didn’t acknowledge that). No greeting (other than arguing with me) getting on or off the plane.

Beverage service was not good. Also just one service in 5 hr 30 min flight. No ask fir water ir anything beside one time beverage service.

One day, I do so hope for a gluten free snack! Seems like with the rest of the world FINALLY figuring out what gluten free is, American Airlines would too. Fingers crossed!!

They are always late and seats was also not having working charger

This flight captain and crew were amazing, started ahead of time of departure and reached 30 mins before arrival time. Amazing!

Long delays, lack of information about the status of the flight. The flight was delayed 4 times.

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

The flight was delayed multiple times, again no fault of American but again the extra cost, for everything makes it feel like a cheap airline! Especially when flights are outrageously expensive already

Delays to take off and to leave the plane after landing added a lot of time to this flight.

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