Travelling from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of San Diego's main airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Explore the options for booking a flight from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) departing from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 29 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located in New Orleans. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of San Diego.
The most popular route is from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), with 5 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SAN to MSY is the 08:20 Southwest Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 17:40 with Southwest Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from San Diego to MSY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You can find a direct flight from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Southwest Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport taking off from SAN.
The distance from central San Diego to SAN is approximately 5 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Catching an early flight from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to San Diego International Airport:
About Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Book a hotel close to MSY if you're taking a late flight from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Select 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 your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
It takes roughly 52 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
For a one-way ticket from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, 53 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just 111 €. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from San Diego to MSY, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
May is the quietest time to travel to New Orleans. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in October. This is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Book your flight from San Diego to MSY for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New Orleans to range from 25ºC to 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap flights from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about New Orleans
Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring New Orleans:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. French Quarter, Jackson Square and Cafe Du Monde are essential stops on your New Orleans itinerary.
Complete your New Orleans trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from San Diego to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in New Orleans. Browse the deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.