Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is 3 hours.
New Orleans is one hour ahead of Phoenix and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
There are 13 Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flights each week.
Your PHX to MSY flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, so jetting to New Orleans (and then visiting more of the United States!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating PHX to MSY flights is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 77.78% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PHX and MSY include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Austin-Bergstrom Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight is R 1,635. A return fare right now is R 3,251. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PHX to MSY if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from PHX to MSY is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
80% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of PHX.
Central Phoenix to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near PHX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MSY instead:
Travel at your own pace with a New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and venture far and wide through New Orleans and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of New Orleans. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
April is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. To skip the crowds, visit New Orleans in March.
When booking your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in New Orleans, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHX to MSY in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
New Orleans is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres north-west of New Orleans, a trip to Baton Rouge will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like St. Joseph Cathedral, USS Kidd and 13th Gate Haunted House.
Montgomery is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. No trip is complete without a visit to Civil Rights Memorial, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and Rosa Parks Arrest Site.



