Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Austin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as New Orleans.
Each week, there are 28 Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 05:30 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 22:35 with Southwest Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MSY to AUS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as October? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Austin (and then exploring more of United States!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates MSY to AUS flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 78.95% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MSY and AUS:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight is R 819. A return fare is currently R 1,781. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from MSY to AUS by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MSY to AUS.
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Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
MSY's address is 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.19% of flights that take off from MSY reach their destination without delay.
To reach Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport from central New Orleans, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near MSY:
Arriving at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
If you're arriving on a late Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near AUS:
Pick up an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car and explore Austin and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Easirent are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to central Austin has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The quietest month for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Austin based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Austin is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSY to AUS in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Austin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres east of Austin, a trip to Houston will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United States, head for San Antonio, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Austin. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral are among its highlights.