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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans from C$ 206

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — MSY
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 244

One-way from

C$ 206

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 432
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 2/9-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 11h 35m total
  • Philadelphia to New Orleans
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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 26/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 8h 15m total
  • Philadelphia to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (C$ 24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 July 2025.

Tue 2/95:50 a.m.PHL - MSY
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Tue 9/96:40 a.m.MSY - PHL
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 29/7C$ 244
Fri 7/116:00 a.m.PHL - MSY
1 stop7h 04mJetBlue
Mon 17/111:00 p.m.MSY - PHL
1 stop7h 36mJetBlue
Deal found 28/7C$ 284
Sat 8/115:40 a.m.PHL - MSY
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Wed 12/115:30 a.m.MSY - PHL
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Deal found 28/7C$ 298
Tue 30/96:15 p.m.PHL - MSY
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/105:15 a.m.MSY - PHL
2 stops8h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 519

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Tue 2/9

5:50 a.m.-9:15 a.m.

1 stop4h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/9

6:40 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

C$ 244

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Fri 7/11

6:00 a.m.-12:04 p.m.

1 stop7h 04m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 17/11

1:00 p.m.-9:36 p.m.

1 stop7h 36m

C$ 284

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Sat 8/11

5:40 a.m.-12:08 p.m.

1 stop7h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/11

5:30 a.m.-1:28 p.m.

1 stop6h 58m

C$ 298

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Tue 30/9

6:15 p.m.-11:15 p.m.

1 stop6h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/10

5:15 a.m.-2:16 p.m.

2 stops8h 01m

C$ 519

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Fri 26/9

7:50 a.m.-3:05 p.m.

2 stops8h 15m

C$ 206

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Sat 27/9

12:50 p.m.-11:15 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

C$ 266

PhiladelphiaNew Orleans

PHL - MSY

PHLMSY

Philadelphia

Fri 8/8

6:52 p.m.-10:18 a.m.

2 stops16h 26m

C$ 1,347

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Deals found on 27/7

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans (average of C$ 521). Flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 647). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PHL to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 July 2025.

When flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Orleans. Reviews last updated 29 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta from Philadelphia to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,913 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans round-trip?

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at C$ 244. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetBlue and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 284 and C$ 298, respectively. Southwest is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to New Orleans one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 206. United Airlines flights start at C$ 266 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at C$ 1,347 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans consider choosing American Airlines (74%), PSA Airlines (66%) or Qatar Airways (51%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to New Orleans (average of C$ 521). Flying from Philadelphia to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 647). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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