Flying from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
The timezone in New Orleans is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Seattle.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 11 weekly Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SEA to MSY 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 month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into New Orleans (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy with Alaska Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Alaska Airlines on this route.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SEA to MSY flights. A dependable 82.14% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SEA and MSY include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight is R 1,733. A return ticket right now is R 3,466. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SEA to MSY. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SEA to MSY by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from SEA land on time.
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SEA:
Arriving at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MSY instead:
Grab a New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport rental car and discover New Orleans and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Thrifty are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit New Orleans based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in New Orleans, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SEA to MSY in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited New Orleans, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 121 kilometres north-west to Baton Rouge to check off its must-visit sights. From St. Joseph Cathedral to USS Kidd and 13th Gate Haunted House, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, consider Montgomery, about 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and Rosa Parks Arrest Site are among its highlights.
