Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
New Orleans's timezone is UTC-5, making New Orleans one hour behind Jacksonville.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JAX to MSY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Breeze Airways offers direct flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in New Orleans — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
Breeze Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JAX and MSY:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight is R 1,858. A return ticket is currently R 2,229. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from JAX to MSY.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from JAX to MSY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
You'll find JAX at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Jacksonville International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from JAX land on schedule 80.42% of the time.
Jacksonville International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Jacksonville. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near JAX? If you've booked an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Jacksonville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MSY instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond New Orleans's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The quietest month for a flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May, while October is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit New Orleans based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in New Orleans is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JAX to MSY in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New Orleans is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres north-west of New Orleans, a trip to Baton Rouge will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts.
Around 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans, Montgomery is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.
