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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Atlanta to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $71. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Atlanta to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Atlanta to New Orleans Louis Armstrong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Atlanta to New Orleans below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

Atlanta to New Orleans: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$35
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 35 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week393

Finding cheap flights from Atlanta to New Orleans Louis Armstrong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Atlanta to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is $71. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Atlanta to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
LATAM Airlines, WestJet and Aeromexico fly direct from Atlanta to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
As of May 2026, there are 1,194 flights per week flying from Atlanta to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Atlanta to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New Orleans is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is Frontier Airlines .

Travelling from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY): What you need to know

  • Atlanta's main airport is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). Check out your options for leaving from this terminal when searching for flights from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY).

  • Take off on a direct Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport is located in New Orleans. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Atlanta.

  • With 74 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) is the most popular route. Spirit Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:20am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from ATL to MSY is with Delta Air Lines at 11pm.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Atlanta to MSY. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're flying during a peak month like March, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.

Airports in Atlanta

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

  • Fly without interruptions from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). Nonstop flights from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) are available from here.

  • Top airlines that offer direct flights from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport departing ATL include:

  • Delta sees the most traveller bookings for flights from ATL to MSY.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Spirit Airlines.

  • Located around 16 kilometres from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 20 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • 77% of flights departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.

About Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY)

Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans

  • Central New Orleans is around 18 kilometres from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY)

  • At the moment, $35 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $71. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from Atlanta to MSY, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Atlanta to MSY by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.

  • Find a cheap flight from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. September is the quietest month to visit New Orleans. February is when most people book flights from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.

  • When booking your Atlanta to MSY plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in New Orleans, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

  • January sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about New Orleans

Explore more of the United States

  • You've seen New Orleans, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 105 kilometres northwest to Baton Rouge to check off its leading sights. From Beauregard Town Historic District to St. Joseph Cathedral and USS Kidd, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, head for Mobile, roughly 225 kilometres east of New Orleans. Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Centre, GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico and Martin Luther King Park are among its highlights.

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