Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in New Orleans is UTC-6, which is one hour behind New York.
You can take your pick of 24 weekly New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LGA to MSY flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
There are direct flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, so getting to New Orleans (and then seeing more of the United States!) is a cinch. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
Delta is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates LGA to MSY flights is Delta. Its services arrive as scheduled 68.24% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between LGA and MSY:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Raleigh / Durham Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight is R 1,141. A return fare right now is R 2,238. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LGA to MSY.
June is the cheapest month for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
When it comes to New York LaGuardia Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach New York LaGuardia Airport from central New York, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near LGA:
Arriving at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
If you have a late New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MSY:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of New Orleans and beyond.
Booking your ride from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to central New Orleans has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The quietest month for a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit New Orleans based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport for August if you'd like to explore New Orleans during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGA to MSY sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
New Orleans has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres north-west of New Orleans, a trip to Baton Rouge will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like St. Joseph Cathedral, USS Kidd and 13th Gate Haunted House.
Around 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans, Montgomery is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Civil Rights Memorial, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and Rosa Parks Arrest Site.



