Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out your options for leaving from this terminal when reserving your flights from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 6 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
New Orleans is 1 hour behind Fort Lauderdale. Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located in New Orleans, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Fort Lauderdale to MSY.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Take off and land with no stops from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) can be booked from here.
Pick from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport departing from FLL. Book your journey with one of these:
From central Fort Lauderdale, FLL is approximately 8 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
In search of a handy hotel close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
About Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Consider booking a hotel near MSY if you're catching a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It typically takes 52 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Rs14,894 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Return flights start from Rs32,609. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book 8 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to MSY around that time.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to MSY.
Customise your trip using filters. Choose the number of stops, total duration, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
May is the quietest time of year to fly to New Orleans. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in October. This is the busiest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for New Orleans. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Fort Lauderdale to MSY sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 18ºC. Look for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about New Orleans
Start your New Orleans trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
French Quarter and Jackson Square are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your New Orleans travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cafe Du Monde.
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