Flying from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
New Orleans's timezone is UTC-5, making New Orleans one hour behind Atlanta.
Every week, there are 109 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 06:00 Frontier Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 23:05 with Delta Air Lines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your ATL to MSY flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can travel nonstop to New Orleans, United States. Take off with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport:
Delta Air Lines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a reliable 82.5% of services arriving as planned, Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record for ATL to MSY flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ATL and MSY include:
Jacksonville International Airport
Tampa International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
At the moment, $32 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $59. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from ATL to MSY by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
76.64% of flights that leave from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Atlanta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near ATL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
If you're arriving on a late Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MSY:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond New Orleans's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is approximately 24 kilometers from central New Orleans. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
October is the most popular month for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to New Orleans in May.
Lock in your flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport for August if you'd like to explore New Orleans during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATL to MSY around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done New Orleans, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 121 kilometers north-west to Baton Rouge to tick off its leading attractions. From Louisiana State Capitol to Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Center for the Arts, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another corner of United States, head for Montgomery, roughly 451 kilometers north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church are key highlights.