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Flights to New Orleans

Whether you’re flying to NOLA for Mardi Gras, Essence Festival, a weekend getaway, or a family vacation, you’ll want to ride in comfort. Usually, searching for flights during peak season can feel hectic, but Hotwire makes it easy. Spend less time combing through hundreds of flights deals and more time doing what you enjoy most—planning activities.

Explore the town down in New Orleans

Top Things to do in NOLA: If you’re visiting New Orleans for the first time, the French Quarter should be at the top of your list of things to do. The Vieux Carre is an architectural marvel and features rich cultural music, foods, history, and more. The area is lined with eateries, specialty shops, and street performers on almost every corner. Next up is the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA). New Orleans’ oldest museum features over 4,000 art pieces, rotating exhibits, and a sculpture garden. Speaking of gardens—the New Orleans Garden District is known for its enchanting manicured grand mansions, streetcar, shopping on Magazine Street, and zoo. Its scenery makes it the optimal backdrop for photography, so don’t forget to pack your camera!

Tour and Crawl in “N’awlins”: You’ve probably heard the spooky tales of New Orleans haunted neighborhoods and are ready to see if the stories are true. The Haunted Pub crawl in New Orleans is a guided ghost pub tour in the French Quarter that is sure to leave you entertained. Want to push the envelope a little further? Check out the adults-only Ghost, True Crime, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour by Hottest Hell Tours. Spooky tours, not your thing? Opt for a thrilling New Orleans Air Boat Tour to see the swamp of Cajun Country and its native animals up close. Check out the Swamp and Bayou sightseeing boat tour by Gray Lines of New Orleans if you want to tour the swamps and bayous on a larger vessel. While aboard the 4-hour tour, you’ll pass by the Mississippi River and the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. If the thought of sailing beneath majestic weeping willows excites you, you’ll love this bayou tour.

Creole Tastings and Cajun Cuisine: There’s no way you can visit New Orleans without dining at Commander’s Palace—especially when its lunch menu serves 25-cent martinis. The restaurant’s stark blue appearance is just one of its unique features, and its intimate atmosphere and colorful gourmet dishes make it the perfect NOLA fine dining experience. If you’re on the go and need a quick bite, check out Dat Dog for a Guinness dog or Vaucresson hot sausage on a vegan bun with crawfish etouffee, blackberry sauce, Nana’s slaw, and Chicago sweet relish. Dat Dog also offers a variety of specialty vegan sausages, including its smoked apple sage and vegan bratwurst. For iconic New Orleans pastries, rumor has it Café du Monde serves the best beignets in Louisiana.

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Frequently Asked Questions Flights to NOLA

How to get cheap flights to New Orleans?

If you plan to travel to New Orleans during Spring Break, festival season, or summer, finding an affordable flight to New Orleans can seem impossible. With Hotwire, it’s simple and easy. With deals on 16 flights, you’re sure to find one that matches your budget. If you need to book a last-minute flight to New Orleans or want to take advantage of the best deals, book a Hotwire Hot Rate to save on your flight and book a deal for as low as $73.

What is the name of the New Orleans airport?

The name of the New Orleans airport is Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY). The hotel features restaurants, shops, lounges, and more. It also features a car rental center that has car rental types ranging from SUVs to mid-size sedans. Book the perfect New Orleans car rental at MSY with Hotwire. If you’re into budget vacationing, book a last-minute car rental with Hotwire Hot Rates. Don’t want to drive too far to a hotel? Opt for a stay near the airport.

What airport is best to fly into New Orleans?

New Orleans has a few airports. Its most premier and only commercial airport is MSY. If you book a flight to New Orleans with Hotwire, your plane will land at MSY. The city also has a private charter airport—Lakefront Airport. This airport serves as a flight school and private charter airport. Louisiana has one more major airport located over 4 hours away in Shreveport, Louisiana. Be sure to book your flight to MSY to land in New Orleans.

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

Spring through August is considered the high season in New Orleans, and prices are usually higher during the holidays (November through December). August is generally a cheaper month to book a flight to New Orleans.

New Orleans Flight Information
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
MSY
Roundtrip price
$100

Last Minute Hotel Deals in New Orleans

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
4 out of 5
124 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,949 reviews)
"Good food, drinks, and music. Spending my 60th birthday in the French quarters was a wonderful experience. Ty, I had a blast."

Reviewed on May 18, 2025

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New Orleans Marriott
New Orleans Marriott
4 out of 5
555 Canal St, New Orleans, LA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,624 reviews)
"Good service"

Reviewed on May 17, 2025

New Orleans Marriott
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,804 reviews)
"The property is very well maintained"

Reviewed on May 18, 2025

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Four Points By Sheraton French Quarter
Four Points By Sheraton French Quarter
3.5 out of 5
541 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,091 reviews)
"The pool is amazing. Great location. Lovely staff."

Reviewed on May 16, 2025

Four Points By Sheraton French Quarter
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
4 out of 5
444 St Charles Ave New Orleans Louisiana, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,340 reviews)
"Decent stay"

Reviewed on May 19, 2025

InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
The Westin New Orleans
The Westin New Orleans
4.5 out of 5
100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,764 reviews)
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Reviewed on May 16, 2025

The Westin New Orleans
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
4.5 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,580 reviews)
"Really good location but rooms needs to be taken care of, there kind of old."

Reviewed on May 19, 2025

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
4 out of 5
601 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,252 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and convenient to Amtrak station. 8 Block breakfast buffet was pricey but so awesome."

Reviewed on May 16, 2025

Hyatt Regency New Orleans
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Top Hotels With Free Airport Shuttle

Comfort Suites Airport
Comfort Suites Airport
2.5 out of 5
2710 Idaho Ave, Kenner, LA
Stay at this hotel in Kenner. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The staff was so helpful and polite. The turn down service cleaned the rooms so thoroughly. Great all around experience."

Reviewed on May 10, 2025

Comfort Suites Airport
Comfort Inn New Orleans Airport South
Comfort Inn New Orleans Airport South
2.5 out of 5
10151 Airline Hwy, Saint Rose, LA
Stay at this hotel in Saint Rose. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Rivertown ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel staff were friendly, although the hotel could use some updates. The hotel was clean and quiet."

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2025

Comfort Inn New Orleans Airport South
Wyndham Garden New Orleans Airport
Wyndham Garden New Orleans Airport
3 out of 5
4535 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kenner. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,005 reviews)
"I exactly like that area nice quiet great customer service room are ok they were revamping it up we will be back …,"

Reviewed on May 9, 2025

Wyndham Garden New Orleans Airport
Hilton New Orleans Airport
Hilton New Orleans Airport
3.5 out of 5
901 Airline Dr, Kenner, LA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kenner. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
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Reviewed on May 16, 2025

Hilton New Orleans Airport
Comfort Inn & Suites New Orleans Airport North
Comfort Inn & Suites New Orleans Airport North
2.5 out of 5
1501 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Kenner, LA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kenner. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,454 reviews)
"Everything was closed by and clean I definitely recommend."

Reviewed on May 19, 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites New Orleans Airport North
Best Western Plus New Orleans Airport Hotel
Best Western Plus New Orleans Airport Hotel
2.5 out of 5
189 W Airline Dr, Kenner, LA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kenner. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Stayed here one night before an early flight out of MSY - super close to the car rental return, it was clean and bed was comfy"

Reviewed on May 16, 2025

Best Western Plus New Orleans Airport Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.