Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
A direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando International Airport takes on average 1 hour 51 minutes. The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4, which makes it 1 hour ahead of New Orleans.
For the first departure, catch the 05:00 flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando International Airport. If you want to set off later, the latest flight departs at 23:35. With 32 flights each week from MSY to MCO, you can pick the timing that's best for you.
If you're getting away during a peak month like October, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Frontier Airlines is your gateway to exploring Orlando (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Look through the direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the top stopovers between MSY and MCO:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
After booking your cheap ticket from MSY to MCO, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't required as you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another identity document, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando International Airport is $49. The cheapest price for a return flight is $97. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Get flight tickets from MSY to MCO by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Travelling from central New Orleans to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport takes approximately 52 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near MSY. Whether you're on an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Consider booking a hotel close to MCO if you're on a late flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Orlando. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 22 minutes.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Orlando. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with the temperature ranging from 23 ºC to 34 ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 7 ºC and 23 ºC. Search for flight tickets from MSY to MCO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Orlando
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Orlando right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from MSY to MCO:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are must-have experiences during your Orlando visit.
Consider flying in or out of Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). This domestic airport is another good option for getting to and from Orlando.
Complete your Orlando trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Orlando International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Orlando.