Travelling from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
New Orleans's timezone is UTC-6, which makes New Orleans one hour behind Atlanta.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 72 weekly Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ATL to MSY flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Plenty of airlines operate direct flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. Travel nonstop to New Orleans with these carriers and experience this exciting part of the United States:
Delta has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Delta is the most punctual carrier that offers ATL to MSY flights. A reliable 80.76% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ATL and MSY:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Tampa International Airport
Jacksonville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight is R 551. A round-trip fare is currently R 965. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATL to MSY if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ATL to MSY.
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Handy information about Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
77% of flights that leave from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Atlanta to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ATL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
Reserve a hotel near MSY if you're taking a late Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and experience more of New Orleans and beyond.
Reserving your ride from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, New Orleans is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
April is the most popular month for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to New Orleans in March.
The warmest month in New Orleans is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATL to MSY sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen New Orleans, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 121 kilometres north-west to Baton Rouge to tick off its leading sights. From St. Joseph Cathedral to USS Kidd and 13th Gate Haunted House, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Montgomery, about 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and Rosa Parks Arrest Site are key highlights.
