$68 Cheap Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia (MSY-PHL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $68 for one-way flights and $131 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 11
MSY
New Orleans
PHL
Philadelphia
$131 Roundtrip, just found
$131
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from New Orleans to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $131 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jul 18 - Mon, Jul 21
MSY
New Orleans
PHL
Philadelphia
$144 Roundtrip, just found
$144
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 18 from New Orleans to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $144 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jul 19 - Mon, Aug 4
MSY
New Orleans
PHL
Philadelphia
$146 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from New Orleans to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $146 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 27
MSY
New Orleans
PHL
Philadelphia
$147 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from New Orleans to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $147 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jul 18 - Mon, Jul 21
MSY
New Orleans
PHL
Philadelphia
$148 Roundtrip, just found
$148
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 18 from New Orleans to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $148 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 26
MSY
New Orleans
PHL
Philadelphia
$150 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from New Orleans to Philadelphia, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $150 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jul 18 - Mon, Jul 21
MSY
New Orleans
PHL
Philadelphia
$150 Roundtrip, just found
$150
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 18 from New Orleans to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $150 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Sat, Aug 9
MSY
New Orleans
PHL
Philadelphia
$159 Roundtrip, just found
$159
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from New Orleans to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $159 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Oct 1
MSY
New Orleans
PHL
Philadelphia
$201 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from New Orleans to Philadelphia, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $201 found 1 hour ago
JetBlue Airways
Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 14
MSY
New Orleans
PHL
Philadelphia
$207 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from New Orleans to Philadelphia, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $207 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans (MSY) to Philadelphia (PHL)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $79 - $233 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Philadelphia (PHL)
Origin airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Destination airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$130
Distance
1088 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 52 mins

New Orleans to Philadelphia Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New Orleans to Philadelphia

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Philadelphia

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New Orleans to Philadelphia: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from New Orleans to Philadelphia in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $68 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap New Orleans to Philadelphia flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your New Orleans to Philadelphia airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) cost?
Cheap return fares from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) start from $131. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Frontier Airlines flight leaving MSY on July 21 2025 and touching down at PHL. The price was last updated on June 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MSY to PHL?
To snag a cheap ticket, look for nonstop flights from MSY to PHL leaving in November. You can find a one-way Frontier Airlines flight for $75 leaving on November 13 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on June 24 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
When setting off from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), you can jump on a nonstop flight to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MSY to PHL?
With fares starting at $75 for a one-way journey from MSY to PHL, Frontier Airlines is currently the cheapest airline on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MSY on September 19 2025. Prices were last updated on June 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
When departing from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), you can take your pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Flights between MSY and PHL tend to be busiest at 1 PM. If you're after a quieter experience and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSY to PHL?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What is the earliest flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)'s earliest flight to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) departs at approximately 11:34AM UTC-6. With a flight time of 2h 47m, you'll touch down at around 3:21PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
It takes roughly 2 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 1,100 mi from MSY to PHL.
What airline has the least delays from MSY to PHL?
American Airlines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), with an on-time score of 83%. Use the Expedia App to see your journey status before you go and get immediate updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Book a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Philadelphia from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia, Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from MSY to PHL shortly before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MSY to PHL flight and hotel package?
Booking a MSY to PHL flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of accommodations and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
It's usually possible to cancel or reschedule your MSY to PHL flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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