Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
New Orleans's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Austin.
You can choose from 56 weekly Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest flight available. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:45.
Leave plenty of time to make your AUS to MSY flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in New Orleans — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
American Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates AUS to MSY flights, with 73.93% of its services arriving as planned.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AUS and MSY:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight is AED 296. A return plane ticket is currently AED 531. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AUS to MSY.
The cheapest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.23% of flights that take off from AUS arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Austin to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is around 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near AUS:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MSY instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and experience more of New Orleans and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
From Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans is approximately 24 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the center.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
October is the busiest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to New Orleans in May.
Before locking in your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in New Orleans, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUS to MSY in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done New Orleans, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 121 kilometers north-west to Baton Rouge to tick off its leading attractions. From Louisiana State Capitol to Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Center for the Arts, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United States, head for Montgomery, about 451 kilometers north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church are among the biggest draws.