Travelling from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
San Antonio and New Orleans share the UTC-6 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are three San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, jump on the 08:30 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 17:25 with Southwest Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SAT to MSY flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to New Orleans (and then seeing more of the United States!) is a snap with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Southwest Airlines.
With 79.67% of its services landing on schedule, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SAT to MSY flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SAT and MSY:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Houston Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight is $170. A return plane ticket right now is $360. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from SAT to MSY, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
SAT is located at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SAT arrive on schedule 82% of the time.
Central San Antonio to San Antonio International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SAT? If you've booked an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
If you're landing on a late San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MSY:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of New Orleans and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of New Orleans. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
April is the busiest month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. To escape the crowds, go to New Orleans in March.
The warmest month in New Orleans is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from San Antonio International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SAT to MSY in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Baton Rouge is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of New Orleans. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include St. Joseph Cathedral, USS Kidd and 13th Gate Haunted House.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United States, consider Montgomery, roughly 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and Rosa Parks Arrest Site are among its highlights.
