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$86+ Cheap flights from Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) to New Orleans (MSY)

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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — MSY
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in July or August, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$169
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$86
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$465

Good round-trip deal

$418 or less

Good one-way deal

$235 or less
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Cheapest flights from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:46 pmPHX - MSY
1 stop20h 40mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/25:31 pmMSY - PHX
1 stop25h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/10$169
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/810:45 amPHX - MSY
1 stop9h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/136:24 pmMSY - PHX
1 stop6h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$186
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1611:59 pmPHX - MSY
1 stop14h 09mFrontier
Mon 4/213:14 pmMSY - PHX
1 stop24h 48mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$198
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/167:44 pmPHX - MSY
1 stop13h 43mSun Country Air
Sun 11/239:58 amMSY - PHX
1 stop9h 46mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/10$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/612:20 pmPHX - MSY
Nonstop2h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/109:42 amMSY - PHX
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/311:50 pmPHX - MSY
1 stop8h 57mDelta
Tue 5/62:30 pmMSY - PHX
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/11$354
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:30 pmPHX - MSY
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Tue 5/132:55 pmMSY - PHX
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/9$361
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/17:00 amPHX - MSY
2 stops20h 54mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/77:00 amMSY - PHX
2 stops12h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/9$407

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

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PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/30

5:46 pm-4:26 pm

1 stop20h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/2

5:31 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$169

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/8

10:45 am-10:11 pm

1 stop9h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

6:24 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$186

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/16

11:59 pm-4:08 pm

1 stop14h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/21

3:14 pm-2:02 pm

1 stop24h 48m

$198

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/6

12:20 pm-5:12 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/10

9:42 am-3:07 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$349

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/3

11:50 pm-10:47 am

1 stop8h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/6

2:30 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$354

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 4/26

12:25 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop24h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/28

6:45 pm-10:12 am

1 stop17h 27m

$355

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/8

7:30 pm-12:25 am

Nonstop2h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

2:55 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$361

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-5:55 am

1 stop21h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

5:32 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops24h 17m

$413

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/8

1:42 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops7h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

7:00 am-3:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$431

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/15

9:19 am-10:11 pm

2 stops10h 52m

$86

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans flights

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Best time to book a flight from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 PHX to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Sky Harbor Intl 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 April 11, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

The most flights from PHX to MSY are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 April 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Phoenix to New Orleans. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,910 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sky Harbor Intl 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 airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans. You should not have trouble finding flights to Louis Armstrong from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the New Orleans airport from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. It is only a 11.4 mi journey from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to New Orleans’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $169 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and American Airlines, starting at $200 and $339 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans are Spirit Airlines ($86), Frontier ($95), and Sun Country Air ($128).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    Before booking your flight to New Orleans from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (75%), Alaska Airlines (72%), Southwest( 66%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    The cheapest flight price from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans is $188. On average you can expect to pay $380. The most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $143.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sky Harbor Intl 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sky Harbor Intl to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$115Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$349Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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