Travelling from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
Memphis and New Orleans are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEM to MSY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Memphis International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MEM and MSY include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
R 1,215 is the best price for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,107. These prices may change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MEM to MSY. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Memphis International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
You'll find MEM at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
79.88% of flights leaving from Memphis International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Memphis International Airport from central Memphis, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near MEM? If you're boarding an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
If you're coming in on a late Memphis International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MSY:
Pick up a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car and discover New Orleans and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Thrifty are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of New Orleans. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Memphis International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. October is the most popular month to head to New Orleans. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in New Orleans is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Memphis International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from MEM to MSY in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've visited New Orleans, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 121 kilometres north-west to Baton Rouge to tick off its must-visit sights. From Louisiana State Capitol to Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of United States, consider Montgomery, roughly 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church are among its highlights.
