Travelling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 10 minutes.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, making Seattle two hours behind New Orleans.
Flights from MSY to SEA start from 07:00 — the first with Alaska Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:56 with Alaska Airlines. Overall, there are 13 weekly Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MSY to SEA flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like October? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Seattle (and then exploring more of United States!) is a snap with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Alaska Airlines.
With 76.79% of services landing as planned, Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MSY to SEA flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between MSY and SEA include:
Denver International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
R 1,468 is currently the best price for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,092. These fares can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from MSY to SEA by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from MSY to SEA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
81.19% of flights leaving Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of MSY.
To reach Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport from central New Orleans, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MSY. Whether you have an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Seattle and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Seattle based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for August if you want to go to Seattle during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSY to SEA in February. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Seattle, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 241 kilometres south to Portland to check off its top attractions. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Spokane is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without dropping by Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
